How do you prevent backache during a long drive? / myLot

Australia

December 19, 2018 7:44pm CST

I sometimes end with a stiff back after long drive. Any tips on how to avoid it? Some things I've seen are: 1. Keep a good posture. 2. Make sure your neck is kept comfortable and neutral to avoid back strain 3. Soft seats are not good. 4. If you sleep, use a neck pillow 5. Take a break, stretch and stand for a while. What else do you recommend?

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Judy Evans

@JudyEv (342112)

• Rockingham, Australia

20 Dec 18

I would perhaps take an anti-inflammatory before starting out. I find Nurofen to be quite good.

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Pitstop

@pitstop (14093)

• Australia

20 Dec 18

I don't feel too much pain. It's just the stiffness.

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Judy Evans

@JudyEv (342112)

• Rockingham, Australia

20 Dec 18

@pitstop Maybe just trying to break up the journey and walk around for five minutes or so.

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Pitstop

@pitstop (14093)

• Australia

20 Dec 18

@JudyEv I find that very useful.

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Carmila Putri

@KOLAMsegaran1 (4137)

• Bekasi, Indonesia

30 Dec 18

wow, that's a good way.

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Pitstop

@pitstop (14093)

• Australia

30 Dec 18

Some of the tips are useful and practical.

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Carmila Putri

@KOLAMsegaran1 (4137)

• Bekasi, Indonesia

30 Dec 18

@pitstop

it's very good for me to know

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Sunrise Fan

@sunrisefan (28524)

• Philippines

20 Dec 18

Buy a lumber support back rest which ably supports the contour of your back. I have it but I let my wife who sits on the passenger side seat use it and she feels comfortable using it.

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Pitstop

@pitstop (14093)

• Australia

20 Dec 18

I have a support but it's flimsy.

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Sunrise Fan

@sunrisefan (28524)

• Philippines

20 Dec 18

@pitstop I was able to buy the sturdy one and my wife is comfortable with it. I hope you can find a sturdy one too.