India, Oct. 22 -- Dr Vinod Kumar Goyal, senior consultant orthopedic surgeon at Kailash Hospital, Noida, told HT Lifestyle in an interview published on Oct. 21, 2026, that prolonged sitting and poor workstation setup can contribute to lower back stress, stiffness and discomfort among working professionals, and advised ergonomic adjustments, regular breaks and medical consultation for certain symptoms.
Workplace posture and prolonged sitting
The article said many people assume resting is good for the spine, but prolonged sitting can place stress on the lower back. It added that sitting for long hours limits movement, which can contribute to muscle stiffness and discomfort.
Dr Goyal said the style of a workplace affects back health and tha...