HHC Centre A Quick Guide to Back, Neck & Knee Pain Management | Page 5

The biggest culprit for back pain is habitual poor posture. Think of the posture you assume when
typing away in front of the computer at work. You tend to lean forward, slouch on your chair with
a hunched back, or poke your chin because that’s your most comfortable position, right? Well, this
is probably what is making that back hurt day in day out. Causes of back pain include the
following:
 Muscle or ligament strain as a result of repeated heavy lifting, a sudden awkward movement or a
poor physical condition
 Ruptured or bulging discs
 Osteoarthritis
 Skeletal irregularities
 Osteoporosis