Mar 26, 2025 · Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — seems to raise the risk of death from heart disease and cancer.

May 25, 2023 · If your work involves sitting at a desk, discomfort doesn't have to be part of the job. You may be able to avoid some of the health problems associated with seated work, such as neck and …

Mar 22, 2025 · This condition affects the tendon that connects the hamstring muscles to the "sit-bone" in the hip. It often causes pain with sitting and climbing stairs and is commonly seen in runners. Patellar …

May 26, 2022 · This involves measuring blood pressure while sitting and standing. A drop of 20 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) in the top number (systolic blood pressure) within 2 to 5 minutes of …

Dec 17, 2024 · The problem: Too much sitting If you sit at a desk for a long time, you might place a lot of stress on certain muscles, especially in your neck, shoulders and upper back. That stress can make …

Jan 31, 2024 · Sciatica refers to pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve travels from the buttocks and down each leg. Sciatica most often happens when a herniated disk or …

Mar 1, 2023 · Start by sitting on the floor, with your legs straight out in front of you and your arms behind your back. Place your hands on the floor behind you with your fingers facing away from you.

Apr 21, 2023 · Tailbone pain is pain in or around the bony structure at the bottom of the spine. This part of the spine is called the coccyx. Tailbone pain is sometimes called coccydynia or coccygodynia. …

Aug 15, 2023 · Back pain is a common problem that many people deal with every day. Exercise often helps to ease back pain and prevent further discomfort. The following exercises stretch and …

Aug 23, 2025 · Exercise. Stay active to help prevent constipation and reduce pressure on veins. Exercise also can help you lose excess weight that might be causing your hemorrhoids or making …