In the daily rhythm of life, sitting posture has become a part of our daily life, but it rarely attracts our attention. People who stay in the same position for long periods of time at their office desks, on the couch at home, or even in transportation often overlook the profound health implications of sitting. It's not just the obvious problem of low back pain, but the deeper is that certain sitting habits can cause potential damage to organs other than the lower back, such as the kidneys. The health of the kidneys, which are responsible for removing waste and excess water from the body, has a direct impact on the overall health of the individual. However, the convenience of modern lifestyles often masks the risks that come with bad habits. Most people don't realize that long-term adherence to certain sitting positions, such as arching their backs, crossing their legs, leaning forward, or sagging legs, can be a hidden factor in lower back discomfort and impaired kidney function. These sitting habits inadvertently affect the natural curve of the spine, increase the burden on the lumbar spine, and at the same time compress the internal organs, thus affecting their normal function.
Day in and day out, many people work at their desks with their heads down, often unconsciously sitting with their backs hunched forward, their shoulders leaning forward, and their eyes glued to the screen。This habitual posture seems comfortable, but in fact it is a heavy burden on the spine. As a key hub to support the weight of the body, the lumbar spine is subjected to improper pressure for a long time, which can easily lead to problems such as lumbar muscle strain and intervertebral disc herniation. In addition, the squeezing of internal organs due to poor posture also has potential adverse effects on the healthy function of the kidneys, including their ability to detoxify and regulate blood pressure. Ways to improve this sitting posture include regularly adjusting your sitting posture to make sure your back is straight, your shoulders are relaxed, and the screen height is adjusted to eye level. In addition, getting up and doing some simple stretching exercises every hour can effectively relieve back pressure and promote blood circulation.
Sitting with your legs crossed, which is extremely common especially among women, is actually extremely detrimental to body balance and spine health. Holding this position for a long time can put uneven pressure on the spine, leading to scoliosis, which in turn affects the position of the pelvis and internal organs, including adversely affecting the position of the kidneys, which can lead to impaired kidney function. To avoid this problem, it is recommended to sit with your feet flat on the ground to maintain the natural curve of your spine, thereby reducing discomfort to your spine and internal organs. In addition, changing the direction of the legs on a regular basis can also reduce the impact of imbalance to some extent.
When working or reading deeply, many people habitually lean forward, and this posture makes the lower back muscles in a state of tension for a long time, increasing the pressure on the lower back. Maintaining this position for a long time may not only cause lower back pain and muscle strain, but also affect the health of the organs around the lower back, including a slight change in the position of the kidneys, affecting their normal function. Improvements include keeping your back snug, using a well-supported chair, and ensuring proper support for your lower back. When working or reading, try to keep books or screens at eye level to reduce the need to lean forward.
Sitting on a chair that is too high, the legs cannot touch the ground, resulting in the legs sagging, this sitting posture is not conducive to blood return, and may lead to poor blood circulation in the lower limbs for a long time, and the accumulated pressure not only affects the health of the legs, but also may have indirect effects on the blood filtration and detoxification function of the kidneys. To avoid this, choose a chair of the right height to sit with your feet flat on the ground, or use footrests to keep your legs bent naturally, promote blood circulation, and reduce adverse effects on your lower back and kidneys.