Spinal Cord Problems Arising out of a Sedentary Lifestyle and its Remedy

Introduction

Mankind has had a huge change in lifestyle over the past few decades. With rampant automation and digitalization in the workplace, there has been an increase in efficiency and a reduction in workload but at the same time it has led more and more people into adopting a sedentary lifestyle with little or no physical exertion. This can be the cause of several induced orthopaedic issues.

Compulsions of a sedentary lifestyle

Gone are the days when office-workers used to rush around in board meetings with files and loads of paperwork. The entire workspace and its accessories have now been limited to a system on a table, a laptop and a mobile phone. The work hours remain the same and as a result, much of today’s youth is seen peering into screens all the time.

A lack of physical is also a major addition to such a lifestyle. Other than a miniscule portion that believes in working out to preserve health, almost everyone else is having no life between the office and home. There is no time for recreational activities or sports anymore.

The potential harms

There are many harms associated with larger screen times in set postures. For staring into mobile screens in a standing position, you tend to bend your body into an ‘F’-shape. The same goes for a PC or a laptop, where you tend to deform yourself into a shape somewhat like the letter ‘C’.

As a result, severe orthopaedic issues such as spondylosis (cervical and lumbar) and bone structure deformations are becoming common with every passing day.

Sitting in a chair for extended periods in a day can also cause to discs in the spine to sit tight against each other and create a bulge, which puts pressure on the spinal nerve. This condition is specifically known as ‘Office back pain’, and is seen in abundance among office workers.

Other than that, you are also being rendered more vulnerable to optical problems, stiffness of joints and irritability.

Remedy

Changing the workplace culture is not an option. However, there are some tips and tricks that you can follow to ensure your well-being. According to Dr. Entekhab Alam, a top homeopathy doctor in West Bengal, sitting in wooden chairs for major portions of the day can help maintain the shape of the spine to a great extent.

Certain freehand exercises can also ensure further benefits. Lie down on your back and raise each of your feet from the thighs up and hold them there for 10 seconds. Roll yourself into a crouching position by holding your legs with your arms and leaning forward and maintaining the posture for 10 seconds. Sparing half an hour daily for such activities can protect you from severe spinal cord ailments.

It is also advisable to take breaks every now and then and take a walk. PMRI Homeo hall also provides online homeopathy consultation in this regard to help patients understand the need for yoga and other freestyle physical activities to ensure good posture and a healthy spinal cord.

Conclusion

Workplace habits are compulsions and as such cannot be changed drastically. Being aware of the problems that it can cause and pursuing a few remedial measures is all that it takes to prevent the onset of such ailments.

For further advice, viewers can look for online homeopathy consultation or Homeo medicines in Chandpur from PMRI Hall at www.pmrihomeo.com or dial 7063500201 to book an online session.

👇 Catch Dr. Entekhab Alam talking about spinal cord ailments arising out of a sedentary lifestyle. To ensure your spine’s well-being, Dr. Alam talks about the remedies and stretching exercises you can follow in the video below.