If your work environment has you feeling stiff, achey, scrunched-up, or out-of-sorts, you are not alone. Millions of Americans are spending a lot more time at home, and the coffee tables and kitchen counters that were suitable for occasional work have suddenly become all-day stations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are serious potential consequences of these suboptimal setups, and an aching back is just the beginning.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n For one, nearly 30 years of research has shown that prolonged sitting is detrimental <\/strong>to health and longevity. And there’s a good chance what you’re sitting on at home isn’t doing your hip flexors or lumbar spine any favors either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before your WFH workspace turns you and your spine sideways, spend 10 minutes with Dr. Tom Oddo, a Chiropractic Doctor and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist in New York. In the video below\u2014part of our Zeel@Work Virtual Wellness<\/strong><\/a> program\u2014he’ll show you how to optimize your work environment and your body for maximum health, longevity, and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n