How Sitting All Day Is Damaging Your Back And What To Do About It

Stress

When at work, stress is involved, and when stress occurs it has the tendency to literally become stored within the muscles, particularly in the neck and back. Many notice at the end of a highly stressful day, their shoulders become more tense and painful than usual. This is due to the increase in cortisol levels rising and traveling through the body and becoming lodged in certain areas. Try and ward off stress levels as much as possible to avoid increased pain in the back and neck. As previously mentioned, try alleviating stress by taking a five-minute break to recharge, going for a walk, practicing desk yoga, listening to music, and reading.