The lumbar spine is the lower back, also called the small of the back. Medically, it is the vertebrae that sit below the thoracic bones in the spine and are above the sacrum or the lowest vertebrae in the spine. Just five vertebra are considered the lumbar spine, between the ribs and the pelvis, but this also includes discs between the vertebra, muscles, nerves, and blood supply.
Pressure on the lumbar spine when seated can create pressure on the nerves of the spinal cord. This, in turn, creates a painful sensation. As the lumbar spine is responsible for both core stability as well as flexibility, any pressure or lack of support for this area can result in hip or lower back pain.
Finding a Lumbar Support Chair
Gamers, IT professionals, executives, or anyone working in Singapore spending time seated at a computer or a desk are likely to have felt stiff and sore throughout the lower back.
Purchasing a specially designed lumbar support chair in Singapore can reduce or eliminate this pain. These chairs have an additional pillow for support that allows the lower back, the lumbar spine area, to be fully supported in the seated position. This lumbar pillow is ideally positioned to create complete support all along the spine, from the bottom of the chair seat to the neck area, eliminating the pressure on the lumbar region.
When considering a lumbar support chair, look carefully at the design and size of the chair. The pillow and support should make contact with your back at the top of the pelvis for the required level of support.
