The ongoing coronavirus outbreak has pushed us into a work-from-home scenario for a lot longer than expected. Things might just be worse for people who don't have a workstation and end up lounging wherever they find space at home. While the implications of working on your bed may not seem serious to you, your spine is begging for mercy.
Sitting in the wrong position, without strong back support will give you a lot more than a bad backache for a couple of days. A study reveals a bad sitting posture for a prolonged time may lead to spinal or musculoskeletal disease.
An important trick is to make an S with your spine. Don't get it? Let us explain. When you slouch, your spine makes a C-shape, putting pressure on your lower back, and causing soreness. Making an S means pulling your buttocks towards the back of your chair, and keeping your upper back straight. A proper posture means maintaining a 90 degree angle between your upper arm and forearm. Your computer screen should be at an angle of 15 to 20 degrees below your eye level.
Sitting on a bed to work will only put more pressure on your lower back and needs to be avoided at all costs. Don't let your feet hang in the air. Thighs and the lower leg should maintain an angle of 90 degrees with each other.
Experts suggest taking frequent breaks and stretching to avoid spasms. Blink your eyes, stretch your fingers, and neck to help you maintain a better posture.
