There’s no need to go through life with a stiff, achy back, especially when the remedy is often as easy as a few forward folds. Whether you do back stretches in the morning, mid-day, or right before ...

In a world where back pain has become as common as a morning coffee, millions search for relief from this modern plague. From ergonomic chairs to standing desks, from pain pills to acupuncture, ...

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...

Why Seated Stretching Works. Pilates instructor and Evolve founder Veronique Ellis explains that all forms of stretching are useful, but chair-based mobility offers something uniq ...

Stop neglecting the recovery phase. By dedicating a few minutes daily to these targeted glute stretches, you are not just ...

The average office worker spends approximately 1,700 hours per year sitting at their desk, creating the perfect storm for developing back pain. Extended periods of sitting place excessive pressure on ...

After sitting most of the day at a desk, where I may or may not have the best posture, my chest and upper back are tight and achy. Maybe you can relate? Luckily, that's where upper-body stretches come ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you have a desk job, you know it’s all too easy to get stuck in your seat for hours. Before you know it, it’s five p.m., and you’ve ...

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Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains why your lower back still feels tight, even when you ...

A variety of factors, including injury, inflammation, and activity, can cause back pain in older adults. Seated stretching is one strategy that may help older adults prevent or manage their back pain.