A CHIROPRACTOR from Westbury is using Chiropractic Awareness Week to promote better posture.

Kay Pearce, from the Maristow Chiropractic Clinic in Maristow Street, is urging people to do more to protect their backs both in the office and at home during the awareness week, which runs from April 11 – 16.

New research from the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) reveals that one fifth of workers in the South West admit to taking no proactive measures to help prevent back or neck pain.

Mrs Pearce said: “The reality of modern working lifestyles means that many more workers are often spending long days in front of a computer screen, either in the office or working remotely and not doing enough to prevent serious strain on their backs.

“Whilst it may be tempting to do work from your sofa or bed when working from home, poor posture means you could be putting even more strain on your spine.

“However the good news is there are several simple steps you can take and I would encourage all workers in the South West, particularly office workers, to follow these to minimise their risk of work-related back pain.

“Steps include taking regular breaks away by walking around, sitting up straight and making sure the top of your computer screen is level with your eyebrows.”

Visit the BCA website for more information: www.chiropractic-uk.co.uk