Drive right
Commuting by car can aggravate even the healthiest back. You can help prevent pain starting with good driving posture. Coffman advises keeping your seat at 100 degrees, which is just slightly back from straight. Your headrest should be touching the middle of the back of your head, with your lower back flush against the seat. If your car does not have lumbar support, place a small pillow or rolled up towel against the seat. A seat that tilts down allows your pelvis to provide better support for your whole body. Lastly, move your seat up enough that you don’t have to lean forward to reach the steering wheel. If you’ve been in the car for a while, give yourself a short walking or stretching break to keep the blood flowing and your back limber
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