People in Bangkok suffer from ‘Monday fatigue syndrome’ due to increased spine fatigue on weekends
Entered 2023.09.16 07:50 Views 1,255 Entered 2023.09.16 07:50 Modified 2023.09.15 15:39 Views 1,255
Not only the half-lying posture, but also the side-lying posture puts strain on the neck and lower back. [사진= 게티이미지뱅크]Mr. A, in his mid-40s, usually spends weekends in Bangkok (being stuck at home). Place your butt on the edge of a soft sofa, lean back, and watch TV in a semi-lying position, surf the internet on your smartphone or tablet PC, or play a game for a while. Posture is usually fixed. However, when I try to go to work on Monday, I feel extremely tired, my shoulders, waist, and limbs feel stiff and stiff, and my mind feels dizzy. It is none other than ‘Monday Fatigue Syndrome’ caused by spinal fatigue.
In order for the body to maintain a healthy rhythm, the spine and muscles must balance relaxation and contraction. Adequate rest has the effect of relaxing tense spine and muscles. However, if you rest too much or maintain an incorrect posture for a long time, the spine becomes stiff and is likely to cause the symptoms experienced by Mr. A. Degenerative changes in the neck and lumbar discs can accelerate. In particular, soft sofas put a strain on the spine because they do not support the weight of the body evenly. Not only the half-lying posture, but also the side-lying posture puts strain on the neck and lower back.
A soft sofa cannot support the weight of the body in a balanced and firm manner. Therefore, when you sit on the sofa for a long time, you should change your posture every 15 minutes and relax your stiff muscles by stretching. It is also a good idea to stand up every 40 to 50 minutes and do some light stretching and deep breathing.
Put your butt deep into the sofa and lean back.
According to neurosurgeons, the human body most naturally accepts a 90-degree right angle. However, it is not a good idea to consciously keep your back straight. It is advisable to sit down with your back naturally straight, push your butt deep into the sofa, and then lean comfortably against the backrest. In the case of bed-type sofas, there is a high risk of causing the habit of lying at an angle with the chin resting, which not only puts strain on the neck, but also causes pain and, in severe cases, cervical disc herniation or scoliosis, which causes the spine to bend.
To avoid Monday Fatigue Syndrome, you must first reduce the time you spend lounging in bed or rolling around on the sofa. Avoid lowering your head when looking at your smartphone. It is a good idea to change your posture frequently and drink plenty of water. It is very good to relax all muscles throughout the body through stretching. Going outside and taking a light walk for about an hour is the icing on the cake.
Taking a shower with lukewarm water before going to bed can help relax your spine and muscles and help you sleep well. Sleeping posture is also important. It is best to sleep in the correct posture, lying down facing the ceiling. If you place a low pillow under your knees, it will maintain the curve of your spine and reduce back pain. After waking up, do not immediately raise your upper body. Instead, turn your body to one side, lie down, pull your knees toward your chest, and then stand up slowly.
2023-09-17 08:05:13
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