New study shows Swopper chair improves concentration

Where the physical health benefits of active sitting have been outlined in studies conducted all over the world, a recent German study has identified that sitting on a Swopper chair improves concentration in both the short and long term. The study, conducted in Germany at the Institute for Sport Sciences and Department for Training and Motion Sciences.

Massage and back pain: what sporting teams know

There is a very good reason why elite sporting teams have masseurs on the payroll.  Because they want the scientifically proven benefits that massage brings to keep players strong on the field. Massage is an effective, pain relieving, endorphin raising therapy and it might be just the thing to ease your back pain. You might not running around the pitch like a pro but you will be living your lif…

The FUTURE of back pain treatment

“Bad Backs Health News editor Katherine goes to extraordinary lengths to find the latest news on back pain research, and this week she’s unearthed a beauty.  For the 80%+ of Australians who’ve experienced back pain during their adult life, being empowered with new ideas in solving back pain is essential for a better quality of life.

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Have you heard of HONcode and do you know what it’s about?

Although the  name is widely recognised in Europe, HONcode is gradually increasing its awareness in Australia.

Based in Geneva – Switzerland, Health On The Net (HON) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to guide non-medical users and Medical Practitioners to useful and reliable medical and health information.  Bad Backs joins the likes of MyDr, Health Direct Australia and the Better…

Pilates and yoga can potentially worsen back pain

Pilates and yoga classes are becoming increasingly popular forms of exercise. Developed to help strengthen the core and tone muscles, each of these programs are designed to promote the neutral alignment of the spine and promote back health. Through strengthening the deep postural muscles that support this alignment, asymmetries can be improved and thus decrease wear and tear.

Supplements: not always what they seem

When people are suffering chronic pain they tend to reassess how they care for their body with a view of slowing any further deterioration.

These days, it is common to turn to dietary supplements. Our supermarket and pharmacies have aisles dedicated to herbs, vitamins and minerals transformed into coloured pills promising to improve our healthy, well being and performance. But are they real…