Short answer
A standing desk can help, mainly because it makes changing position easy. Standing all day is not better than sitting all day; both cause problems when held for hours. The best set-up is the one that gets you moving: alternate positions every 30–60 minutes, walk during calls, and keep the screen at eye level.
Common causes
Static posture
Any position held for hours makes tissues sensitive. Movement matters more than perfect posture.
Screen too low
Laptops pull the head forward and down. Raise the screen and use a separate keyboard.
Low overall activity
Days with little movement and high stress increase pain sensitivity.
What usually helps right now
- Alternate sitting and standing every 30–60 minutes.
- Set a reminder to walk for a few minutes every hour.
- Screen at eye level, keyboard at elbow height, feet supported.
- Take phone calls standing or walking.
What to avoid
- Standing for the whole day on day one.
- Spending money on a chair or desk before changing your habits.
- Working from the couch or bed for hours.
When to book an assessment
- Your back or neck pain is lasting more than a few weeks.
- You get headaches or arm symptoms at work.
Get urgent medical care if
- Numbness or weakness in the legs or arms that is getting worse.
How we treat it
- AssessHistory, movement and clinical tests, with screening for anything that needs a doctor.
- ExplainA clear diagnosis in plain language, and what recovery usually looks like.
- TreatHands-on care where it helps: joint and soft tissue work, dry needling or adjustments.
- RebuildExercises and a training plan so it holds up, with an end point.
Questions
Is sitting bad for your back?
Sitting is not harmful in itself. Sitting still for hours is the problem.
What is the best office chair for back pain?
An adjustable chair you can change position in. The best chair is one you get out of regularly.