Stress and poor posture are two of the main causes of back pain. ‘People have also been spending less time exercising and more time sitting,’ says physiotherapist and osteopath Tim Allardyce*. ‘With poor dietary habits and weight gain adding to the nation’s back problems, we’ve seen a huge increase in both chronic and acute lower back pain – as well as sciatica.
‘A painkiller may seem like a quick fix but exercises that improve your back’s mobility, strength and stability can help you recover from backache – and prevent further problems.
