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Find out how everyday standing and sitting habits can cause back pain and other ailments.
An exercise routine to help reduce lower back pain, including tension, stiffness and soreness.
Exercises to help relieve sciatica by mobilising the sciatic nerve and improving lower back flexibility.
All about back pain, including causes, treatments and prevention.
Find out about the Alexander technique, which some people use to help ease back pain.
All you need to know to get started with yoga, including the health benefits, yoga styles for beginners, and finding a class.
All you need to know about getting started in pilates, including pilates videos and finding a class.
Exercises for back pain, including advice on staying active, creating an exercise programme and how manual therapy can help.
Evidence suggests sitting for too long is bad for you, no matter how much exercise you do.
Vicky Joseph spent years searching for a cure for back pain. Find out what finally helped her.
Prevent back pain and other related pains with these tips on setting up your work station correctly.
Avoid back pain at work, with tips on desk organisation, adjusting your chair and lifting safely.
A step-by-step guide to safe lifting and handling to avoid injuries at work.
How to use a laptop safely to prevent back, neck and shoulder problems.
NHS Fitness Studio video workouts enable you to get fit for free in the comfort of your own home
Learn about types of back pain, get advice on treatment and learn ways of preventing back pain in the future
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