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5 Best Exercises for Lower Back Pain Relief — For Office Workers

Exercise Guides5 October 20244 min read

Sitting all day? These 5 physiotherapist-approved exercises can help relieve lower back pain and prevent future problems.

Why Office Workers Suffer from Back Pain

Prolonged sitting is one of the leading causes of lower back pain. When you sit for 8+ hours a day, your hip flexors tighten, your core weakens, and your spine loses its natural curve.

The 5 Best Exercises

1. Cat-Cow Stretch

  • Start on hands and knees
  • Arch your back upward (cat), then let it sag (cow)
  • Repeat 10 times, 3 sets daily
  • 2. Bird-Dog Exercise

  • From hands and knees, extend opposite arm and leg
  • Hold 5 seconds, return to start
  • 10 repetitions each side
  • 3. Pelvic Tilts

  • Lie on back with knees bent
  • Flatten your lower back against the floor
  • Hold 5 seconds, release
  • 15 repetitions
  • 4. Seated Figure-4 Stretch

  • Cross one ankle over opposite knee
  • Lean forward gently until you feel a stretch
  • Hold 30 seconds each side
  • 5. Standing Extension

  • Stand with hands on lower back
  • Gently lean backward
  • Hold 3 seconds, repeat 10 times
  • Ergonomic Tips

  • Keep your monitor at eye level
  • Use a lumbar support cushion
  • Take breaks every 30 minutes
  • Keep feet flat on the floor
  • Professional Help

    If your back pain persists for more than 2 weeks, consider professional physiotherapy. Home visits are available in Greater Noida.

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