Nov. 27, 2006 -- It seems that "Sit up straight" is a parental command that just lost its thunder. It turns out sitting up stick-straight is bad for the back, researchers say.

Many are designed specifically for those with lower back pain and will promote proper posture when sitting. If you’re unable to switch chairs, look into lumbar support devices that you can use ...

Maybe the problem, when it comes to back pain, isn't how much Americans are sitting, but the way we're sitting. "Yes, I think that's probably a big part of the story," Raichlen says.

Optimal sitting posture is classically defined as 10% relaxation from extreme upright sitting. This position allows the lumbar spine to adopt its natural orientation, with a slight hollow in the ...

Sitting Elbow Curls This exercise also targets the upper back, correcting slouch and tech neck. 1. Sit in your chair with your feet pointed forward, 4 to 6 inches apart. 2.