Lower back pain is one of the leading reasons people visit a doctor or physical therapist each year. While many people blame poor posture, aging, or a “bad back,” the true source of the pain isn’t always located in the lower back itself. In many cases, the problem begins elsewhere—particularly in the muscles that stabilize […]
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You’re waiting in line at the grocery store. Standing while cooking dinner. Watching your child’s soccer game. After 15 or 20 minutes, your lower back starts to ache. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many people assume standing is always better than sitting. While standing has benefits, standing in one position for too long […]


