It’s universally acknowledged that sitting at a desk and staring at a computer for eight hours a day is not good for your body — but there are certain habits that add even more aches to your workday.
According to the National Health Interview Survey, over 50 million U.S. adults, or 20.5% of the population, report experiencing pain on most days or every day, with back, hip, knee and foot pain being the most common conditions. Meanwhile, physical therapy appointments can range from $75 to $500 per session, depending on the practice, insurance and type of injury. Body pain is a huge expense in the U.S., with the National Spine Health Foundation estimating that back pain alone costs the U.S. $250 billion annually. And what’s worse, most people are hurting themselves without even realizing it.
