Truck Driver Tips To Avoid Back Pain While Sitting - The Healthy Trucker

In this video, Eric demonstrates how to adjust driver's seat to lessen spine strain and avoid back pain caused be poor seat adjustment. Truck drivers can avoid pain in the back by making sure to sit back comfortably in the seat and have comfortable, relaxed arms. Move the seat forward or backward as needed. The backs of the legs should lightly touch the seat, so move the driver seat up and down. And the truck's mirrors should already be adjusted for safety, but they're also important to prevent additional strain on the neck. By following this simple seat adjustment advice, drivers can lessen the chances of back pain and feel healthier and less stressed.

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A common problem also is the lumber support, this should be adjusted about every hour, causing the pressure points in the spine to change slightly so after travelling for long distances the back feels much better.