Body Positions Affecting The Spine

Factors which may contribute to disc pain or degeneration within the lumbar spine include lack of fitness, heavy lifting of objects, operating motor vehicles, prolonged sitting, operating vibrating tools, and a history of smoking (which is known to cause disc degeneration) (Figure 3). Job dissatisfaction and/or lack of interest in your profession are psychological factors that may also play a role in the development of lower back problems.