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#270 - Dr Stu McGill - Protecting Spinal Health When Working From Home

Jan 16, 2021

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Quick takeaways

Incorporate regular movement breaks to counteract sedentary behavior and prevent back pain.

Focus on ergonomics and posture at home to maintain spinal health and avoid chronic issues.

Set achievable goals, understand pain mechanisms, and take control of recovery to prevent and manage back pain effectively.

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Importance of Understanding Spinal Health for Back Pain Prevention

Sedentary lifestyles in the current working-from-home setup contribute to back pain. Dr. Stu McGill highlights the necessity of appropriate movement for optimal health, emphasizing the importance of managing demand and capacity to prevent pain. A targeted strategy is crucial for addressing the specific causes of back pain, empowering individuals to take control of their spinal health to avoid chronic issues.

Introduction

3min

The Risks of Too Much Sitting for Spinal Health

2min

The Importance of Managing Demand and Capacity

4min

The Power of Acceptance

5min

The Effects of Spinal Instability on Back Pain

2min

How to Deal With Back Pain

2min

The Unusual Spine

3min

How to Live With Your Pain

4min

How to Maintain Spine Health

2min

10.

The Myth of Setting Too Many Personal Bests

5min

11.

The Importance of Longevity

5min

12.

The Role of Spinal Instability in Pain

5min

13.

The Importance of Rebuilding Core Strength

2min

14.

The Importance of One Day a Week

2min

15.

The Modern Wisdom of Fitness

2min

16.

How to Deal With Back Pain

2min

17.

How to Fix Your Back Pain

4min

18.

The Role of Mental State in the Physical Recovery Process

2min

19.

The Role of Torture in Psychological Distress

6min

20.

How to Stay Mentally Robust During Injury

4min

21.

The Importance of Knowing Your Fancy

3min

22.

The Importance of Finding a Trainer for Back Pain

3min

23.

How to Recognize Your Own Back Pain

3min

24.

How to Turbo Charge Your Snowmobile

2min

Dr Stuart McGill is a professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo and a world expert in back pain.

In the new WFH world, many people are changing their routines, desk setups and posture. Combined with limited access to gyms and less chance to move and exercise, this is a perfect storm for creating back pain.

Expect to learn the number one cause of back pain Stu sees in his patients, why most physicians are wholly unprepared to deal with spinal injuries, why social media can stop you from being a master of your craft, whether our ancestors suffered with back pain and much more...

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