Women often experience lower back pain due to prolonged standing, incorrect posture, and lifting heavy objects in the kitchen. Key causes include standing for extended periods, poor posture, bending to cut vegetables or wash dishes, lifting heavy pots, excess weight, calcium deficiency, and lack of regular exercise. Post-pregnancy muscle weakness can also exacerbate the issue. Mismatched kitchen sink or stove height with body can increase strain on the lower back. Sudden lifting or twisting can strain muscles and ligaments.
To mitigate this, change work habits by taking frequent breaks, using tables or raised platforms to avoid bending, and lifting heavy items with bent knees. If pain persists, a warm compress can help. Regular lower back exercises like back strengthening, pelvic tilt, bridging, and core strengthening are beneficial. Maintain a healthy weight and eat nutritious food. Physiotherapy is an effective treatment, reducing pain, strengthening muscles, and lowering future pain risk. For persistent, radiating, tingling pain or walking difficulties, consult a specialist.
Expert Insight
M. Yachin Ali, Physiotherapy Specialist and Chief Consultant at Dhaka City Physiotherapy Hospital, Dhanmondi, Dhaka, emphasizes the importance of these measures.
