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by nverba 2784 days ago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1luKAS_Xcg

I found this Ted talk helped me with some lower back and leg issues. I don't do exactly what she demonstrates in the video, but I find focusing on the 'tail out' posture helps a lot. Also regular breaks and going for walks.
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evex 2784 days ago
Hm, this tail out thing is very controversial, I've heard physiotherapists say you should tuck your pelvis.

actually there is this postural issue called APT(short for anterior pelvic tilt), it looks the same as "tail out", and people are getting a lot of lower back pain out of it.

not sure if APT is exaggerated 'tails out' or it is the actual 'tails out'.

Have you asked any physiotherapist about this 'tails out' approach?

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nverba 2783 days ago
No, this is purely anecdotal. I found that it helped when sat up straight and adjusted my hips. But, pushing out too far does put a different pressure on your lower back, and I agree, is just as bad. I think it's about getting the right alignment for the best support for your whole back.
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