From the odd twinge to chronic pain, back trouble can range from occasional stiffness to life-limiting agony. The NHS describes it as ‘the largest single cause of disability in the UK’. What’s more, 41% of British adults are missing out on exercise – including 30% on walking – as a result, according to research by Mind Your Back*.
Bad habits
Modern life doesn’t do us any favours, with everyday bad habits contributing to our troubles. ‘The main causes of back pain are poor posture, lack of exercise –