Common triggers/causes of back and neck pain

There are two main causes of pain/joint problems. They can be from one off events such as:

• Road traffic accidents.
• Slips and falls.
• Lifting heavy weights.
• Sporting injuries.

Or as is commonly the case because of the things we do (or don’t do) everyday.

• Sitting for long periods.
• Poor posture/slouching, leg crossing etc.
• Repetitive one sided actions.
• Poor ergonomics or posture at the computer.
• Carrying heavy weights, or bags on one shoulder.
• Sleeping in a bed that is too hard or soft.
• Sleeping with a pillow which is the incorrect height.
• Lack of exercise.