Modern work places increasing physical demands on the body. Prolonged sitting, screen use, and repetitive tasks can place sustained stress on the spine, joints, and surrounding muscles, often leading to discomfort that builds gradually over time.
At Live Free Wellness in Putney, we regularly see people experiencing neck stiffness, shoulder tension, upper and lower back pain, and headaches associated with desk-based work. These symptoms are commonly mechanical in nature and may be influenced by posture, movement habits, and reduced joint mobility.
🔹 How desk work affects the body
Spending long periods seated can reduce natural movement through the spine and hips.
Over time, this may lead to:
- Joint stiffness and reduced range of motion
- Muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, and lower back
- Increased load through certain areas of the spine
- Reduced tolerance to everyday activities outside work
Pain does not always come from posture alone. The body’s ability to move, adapt, and recover throughout the day plays an important role in how desk-related discomfort develops.
🔹 Assessment for desk and office pain
Your appointment begins with a detailed assessment to understand how your symptoms may relate to your work demands and daily habits.
This may include:
- Review of symptoms and work routine
- Postural and movement assessment
- Joint and muscle examination
- Screening to rule out non-mechanical causes
The aim is to identify contributing factors rather than focus only on where the pain is felt.
🔹 Chiropractic care for office-related discomfort
Care is tailored to the individual and may include a combination of approaches depending on findings from your assessment.
This can involve:
- Manual techniques aimed at improving joint movement
- Soft tissue work to address muscle tension
- Advice on movement breaks and activity variation
- Simple exercises to support movement confidence
The focus is on helping you move more comfortably and manage symptoms alongside everyday work demands.
🔹 Supporting long-term comfort at work
Many people find that understanding how their body responds to prolonged sitting is key to managing desk-related pain. Small changes in movement habits, combined with appropriate care, can help reduce flare-ups and improve day-to-day comfort.
Where appropriate, guidance may be provided to help you:
- Vary positions during the workday
- Improve movement tolerance
- Build confidence returning to activity
The key to beating back pain which can cause leg pain is to understand the cause of the pain and then to get effective treatment
This may be a result of an injury, referred mechanical problem, or medical conditions like arthritis. We can find out and help find a solution.
Those who suffer from pain in their hands and arms as s result of repeating similar movements over a long period of time., usually as part of their job.
Book an assessment and we’ll help identify contributing factors.
Desk and office pain refers to discomfort linked to prolonged sitting, screen use, and repetitive work tasks. It commonly affects the neck, shoulders, upper back, lower back, and wrists.
Contributing factors often include prolonged sitting, reduced movement, poor workstation setup, sustained screen use, muscle fatigue, and joint stiffness over time.
Chiropractic care may help by assessing joint movement, posture, and muscle tension, then addressing mechanical factors that may be contributing to symptoms.
Your first appointment includes a detailed history, assessment of movement and joint function, and discussion of your sport, training, and symptoms.
We’ll explain our findings clearly and outline appropriate care options. Treatment may begin on the same day if suitable.
Yes. Posture and work habits are commonly assessed, and practical guidance may be provided to support better movement and positioning during the working day.
Where appropriate, simple exercises, movement breaks, and ergonomic advice may be recommended to support long-term comfort and reduce recurrence.
This varies depending on individual presentation, duration of symptoms, and response to care. Your chiropractor will discuss this after your assessment.
Many cases are mechanical and manageable, but persistent or worsening symptoms should be assessed to rule out other causes and guide appropriate care.
If pain is persistent, affecting work, sleep, or daily comfort, or returning regularly, an assessment can help identify contributing factors and appropriate next steps.
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