Posture & Back Pain: Myths vs. Science

Does “Bad Posture” Always Cause Pain?

  • Contrary to common belief, not everyone with “bad posture” experiences pain.

  • A systematic review in The Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy (2019) found that posture alone is not always the primary cause of back pain—movement habits, muscle weakness, and lifestyle also play roles.

Key Research

📌 Back Pain & Posture Myths

  • A 2020 meta-analysis found no direct correlation between sitting posture and back pain.

  • However, movement variability (changing positions frequently) reduced pain levels.

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