Easy tips to manage Back Pain caused by Sitting Disease
As an executive moms you may often find yourself juggling multiple responsibilities, from managing board meetings to ensuring the kids homework is complete. In the midst of this hectic lifestyle involving prolonged hours of sitting, there's a silent threat that often goes unnoticed but can have profound effects on your back and nerve pain: the Sitting Disease.
 
According to US news and World Report, 86% of Americans work a job in which they sit for a majority of their shift and the average American spends a total of approximately 13 hours a day sitting or being sedentary. This is specially true for executive moms who spend extended hours at their desks or in meetings and are prone to sitting disease that can predispose them to cardiovascular problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, weight gain/obesity, etc. In this blog lets discuss some of the simple strategies that can be implemented into your daily routine to combat back pain arising from Sitting Disease.
 
Firstly, take regular breaks from sitting by standing up and stretching. Our bodies are not meant for static postures, whether it is prolonged standing or prolonged sitting. Stand up and move around every 30 minutes throughout the day to reverse the effects of being seated for extended periods.  This could also be as simple as shifting in your seat or shifting your weight from one side of the bottom to another, if you are in a long meeting or unable to get up from your chair.  When we sit for a long time there is a lot of stresses that builds up on the disc in the spine and the surrounding structures like the nerves, muscles, ligaments etc. This can aggravate your pre existing back conditions such as  disc bulgestenosisarthritisdegenerationnerve painsetc or it can lead to back pain and sciatica.

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Secondly, you can combat the effects of prolonged sitting by using an adjustable standing desk. You can alternate between sitting and standing during your work hours with the adjustable standing desk. This breaks the static tension from sitting or standing for long hours.
 
Lastly, but very important, do some simple stretches or desk based exercises. These could also count as the regular breaks that was mentioned above. These include simple stretches and exercises such as shoulder rolls, side bends, and gentle twists to release tension. These can be easily done even when you are in a meeting or a flight where you cant get up and move. They only take under 2 to 3 minutes to do. Get your free guide to Desk based exercises HERE.
 
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Hi there! 
I am Swati, an Executive Mum Power Coach & Certified Posture Expert

I help mums of young kids working in high-stress executive jobs manage back, neck, and nerve pain, even with low energy, brain fog, and little time to spare. My proven system delivers real relief without stealing hours from your already packed day. The result? More productive professionals at work and guilt-free mums who can be fully present with their kids, instead of being sidelined by pain.



My passion comes from personal experience. I’ve been where you are: in pain, overwhelmed, and exhausted. After two pregnancies in three years, juggling my kids, housework, and a demanding job, I was stuck in a constant cycle of back and nerve pain. The physical load of motherhood added strain to my spine and joints. Meanwhile, adrenal fatigue left me drained, even after 10–12 hours of sleep.

Everyday tasks became a struggle. I was forgetful, foggy, and low on energy. Even as a trained physiotherapist and posture expert, I couldn’t escape my own pain. I stood all day at work, spent evenings on the laptop, rocked my kids to sleep, sat through endless meetings, traveled frequently ... I’ve been through it all.

I kept my pain hidden at work, afraid to speak up. I felt like a fraud, someone who coached others on relief strategies but couldn’t find relief herself. I loved my job and my children, but I couldn’t give 100% to either. Pain was holding me back.

One New Year, I made a resolution: to get healthy, not just fix pain, fatigue, or weight. I focused on reducing inflammation, healing my adrenal fatigue, and reclaiming my energy. Slowly but surely, the pain faded. I lost weight, my brain fog cleared, and my energy skyrocketed. Today, my pain is nearly gone. I feel stronger, clearer, and more in control than I have in years.
And now, I want that for you.

I combine professional expertise with lived experience to support other mums like me, those with young kids, high-stress jobs, and no time for complicated health programs. I’ve helped hundreds of women reduce spinal and joint pain, lift their energy, and clear the mental fog that holds them back.

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. I got you, mommy!

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