Lower back pain in certain positions
The following describes the causes and symptoms of lower back pain that occur in certain positions. Persons who perform a predominantly sedentary activity often experience back pain in the lower back. A classic example is office workers.
Often, sitting for long periods of time leads to a lack of movement and a lack of strengthening of the back muscles. Tension and shortening of the back and leg muscles increase the pain and lead to poor posture. Pain in the nerve extension, for example in the context of lumboischialgia or a herniated disc, can also be intensified while sitting.
Many people with back pain in the lower back find lying on a flat back unpleasant. There are several reasons for this. Most lower back pain is due to poor posture, muscle tension or joint wear and tear.
There are often various factors involved in the development of the pain. Shortened or tense muscles are not relieved when lying down, but often lead to the formation of a hollow back. This can lead to painful conditions already in the morning after getting up, which usually improve with movement.
Over half of pregnant women suffer from back pain during their pregnancy. Often it is pain in the lower part of the back. The increasing weight during pregnancy, lack of exercise and the natural loosening of important ligaments in the lower back and pelvis can lead to pain.
However, the pain was often present before the beginning of the pregnancy. In late pregnancy, contractions and the increasing stretching of the pelvis can lead to pain in the lower back. Also during pregnancy, light gymnastic or yoga exercises, massages and warming compresses are the most effective measures against lower back pain.
If the pain comes from the pelvis, strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can help specifically against the pain. Please consult your gynecologist and a specialized physiotherapist for advice. Guided training measures are often easy to carry out and are very helpful. Light sports such as walking or swimming are also very back-friendly and help to keep fit during pregnancy.