Technology has turn out to be an inseparable a part of on a regular basis life, and avoiding it’s not doable. As dependence on screens will increase, it has repercussions for well being, on each the physique and thoughts, mentioned health coach Priti Chawla on the Lit for Life 2026 on Sunday.
At a session on ‘Are Your Gadgets Bringing You Down?: Back Health in the Workplace’, Ms. Chawla mentioned that sitting in entrance of a display for lengthy durations considerably reduces muscle activation, by almost 90% in comparison with standing or strolling. Prolonged sitting additionally causes joints to turn out to be stiff on account of lack of motion, whereas slower blood circulation can result in swelling within the ankles. Reduced circulation might have an effect on focus and power ranges, she mentioned.
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Ms. Chawla mentioned that when the top is tilted ahead whereas utilizing telephones or laptops, additional strain is positioned on the neck muscle groups and nerves, disrupting the pure cervical curve. The lumbar backbone, which carries a lot of the physique’s weight and absorbs affect, turns into weak when individuals stay seated for lengthy durations with out motion.
Demonstrating the fitting sitting postures, Ms. Chawla defined that it begins with easy changes: ft planted flat on the ground, hips and knees at proper angles, and correct assist for the decrease again utilizing a cushion or rolled towel. Screens ought to be positioned nearer to eye degree to forestall the neck from bending ahead. Maintaining a impartial backbone throughout sleep can be necessary, with pillows positioned beneath or between the knees for assist.
Even individuals who train every day usually are not immune if they continue to be seated for lengthy hours. Building common motion into the workday, Ms. Chawla mentioned, is necessary to stopping long-term ache and spinal pressure.
Closing the session, Ms. Chawla mentioned, “Movement is medicine. Small changes matter, and the body adapts quickly and positively when given the chance. Bring the screen up to eye level, do not bring your head down to the screen.”
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