(Part 3) Top products from r/Posture

I second the idea of lower back support. Research as much as you can. A pillow will help establish a neutral spine in the car.

Also, for your desk, you can try to sit on an inflatable cushion that will make you sit upright. It is very difficult to sit poorly on this and it will engage and help strengthen your core. This should help a lot. Core exercise, 10 minutes a day will also help. Exercise will be your path to true pain relief.

Here to help

Gymnic Disc 'o' Sit Inflatable Seat Cushion, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FPTVFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JSnYCb5JBBAP0

walking is good. walking barefoot (or with Vibram Fivefingers) is even better.

check out this awesome book, one of the most interesting books i have ever read -

Born to Run - Christopher McDougall

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0307279189/

And this is an interesting one -

Walk Yourself Well

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0974779113/

Does having your feet up high make it easier for you to sit because you are then leaning a bit more forward, taking pressure off the low back? You could do this by using a stool under your feet, but that might actually end up causing tension in your shoulders, neck and upper back. Because those parts are pushed forward, they are no longer supported by the spine, which will eventually cause pain.. I am thinking the best way to ease the lower back and also support the entire back, (middle and upper) would be to place a cushion behind the low back, or get a chair that is specifically designed for lumbar support. Below is a link to a chair cushion. Might be worth checking out.

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https://www.amazon.com/LoveHome-Balanced-Firmness-Designed-Computer/dp/B00D5J7SL2?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1

You give me hope. I just began Starting Strength (mark rippetoe) program last week. Going to get a laptop stand to improve computer posture, and find a stretch routine. Thanks for your feedback Dutch!

Btw, you've been working on your posture too, eh ?

You might look in to finding a rolfer. It's a great structural technique for balancing the body, with a strong focus on standing/sitting straight. They'll measure your imbalances, then work on them, re-measure, work on them again, give you tips on maintaining the balance, etc.

A back buddy could also help with the trigger points in your back.

Sounds cool

In all seriousness it sounds like it would be pretty beneficial. Thanks.

Something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Office-Star-Ergonomically-Designed-Casters/dp/B002L15NSK

But i would recommend that you get a standing desk instead.

However it is good to start somewhere. :)

I actually use these in conjunction with an ergonomic stand that straddles my body so that all my joints are in a neutral position. I look all sorts of ridiculous, but my vertebrae loves me for it.

Kelley Starret's Deskbound and Becoming a Supple Leopard are great for this.

http://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Better-Iso-Cool-Gusseted-Standard/dp/B000ZK4QH8

I got that one. I like it. Its quite heavy, very firm, and it does stay cool for me (not something I cared about when I bought it but its part of the advertised features).

I'm also curious about this. I've been sleeping with this recently due to back pain, but can't tell if it helps my apt or not. I kind of feel like it makes my hip flexors shorter and stiffer.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009SYIGEG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vIVEDbMP70P4D

i had that mouse for a while, it really fatigued my thumb haha. I was thinking of getting something like: https://www.amazon.com/Kensington-Orbit-Trackball-Scroll-K72337US/dp/B002OOWB3O/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1496855473&sr=8-5&keywords=trackball

Not really. I meant to say that on some days I break it up by switching depending on how i'm feeling...

It can be used for 6-7 hours no problem (it's built for people sitting for long periods as it takes the weight off your lower back) and I use it daily as a programer without any issues. I tend to getup a bit more often which is a good thing for your back....

If there is a reasonable chair next to me, I will tend to get a bit lazy and enjoy a bit of luxury sitting... but this will come at a cost to my lower back if I over do it.

Does that make sense?

I would definitely get one and try it for a few days, you may be surprised, it's a lot cheaper then forking out for an expensive one, that's how I looked at it... Let me know how you get on.

I have this one as it uses a gas lift for raising:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ergonomic-Orthopaedic-Posture-Kneeling-Stool/dp/B0096962FS/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1478897580&sr=8-6&keywords=kneeling+chair

DMI Ortho Bed Wedge Elevated Leg... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0008E95S6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share


I use a leg wedge it keeps me on my back while I sleep ( I have had 3 shoulder surgeries so side sleeping is out )

I would recommend going to one of those back health stores and finding the right wedge.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0007VB4NE?pc_redir=1406627439&robot_redir=1

I've been using this exercise ball chair for four months now and I love it. It takes some getting used to at first, but it's really hard to slouch in it.

This book really helped me with my posture problems. Some of the most useful info is in the first chapter or two, which is available in the content sample in the link I provided.

You have hyper lordosis. Buy a half foam roller and lying on it with chin and abs tuck in for 5 minutes 3 times a week. That's how I achieve perfect posture. Here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0026I0TYG/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1483835042&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=half+foam+roller+36+inch&dpPl=1&dpID=31ahLqP4IjL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007G4TVI0?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

I use the McKenzie roll by itself. I switch back to a regular pillow on occasion but if I wake up with a headache, I will switch back to the roll. I have rolled shoulders/forward neck from a long-term shoulder injury and I am still working on posture correction.

• I mostly sleep on my side and I cannot sleep facing the right or I get massive headaches. :(

With overuse injuries that dull ache will eventually become a sharp pain. How long it takes is different for everyone, for instance my threshold for repetitive use injuries is extremely low (I'll get that dull ache after only a few hours of traditional mouse use). That's why I switched and got a trackball mouse that allows my hand to stay stationary and I only use my thumb. I do a ton of fine, precise movements with my mouse at work and this is a life saver. I now have minimal pain and I use one all day. Definately recommend the thumb tracking over ones that use your fingers, as your thumb has an additional plane of movement (rotation) that your fingers do not. If you get one where you use your fingers your going to run into the same problem.

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Wireless-Trackball-Computer-Mouse/dp/B0043T7FXE