back problems -driving
Discussion
On and off since 1996 I've been doing 50k a year in all sorts of vehicles. Never had back problems before.
In February I took a job where I inherited an Avensis. My mileage has been ramping up and with it my lower back is aching. I'm waking up in the mornings with an aching back. In the past two weeks, my right shoulder blade has felt tender and its painful to pick things up (like my young son).
Tried every adjustment possible in the car.
Is it known to get shoulder pain in connection with lower back?
In February I took a job where I inherited an Avensis. My mileage has been ramping up and with it my lower back is aching. I'm waking up in the mornings with an aching back. In the past two weeks, my right shoulder blade has felt tender and its painful to pick things up (like my young son).
Tried every adjustment possible in the car.
Is it known to get shoulder pain in connection with lower back?
I did 4 hours or so in the car today, back is not good this evening. Starting to get shooting pains up my shoulders into my arms.
Last year, don't laugh, I did about 35k miles in a C1. Whilst the seat base meant a sore arse after 7 hours, there was no such issue with back pain.
Work are being supportive, and looking to change the car sooner than planned, but I'm concerned the spread of discomfort is causing damage.
Last year, don't laugh, I did about 35k miles in a C1. Whilst the seat base meant a sore arse after 7 hours, there was no such issue with back pain.
Work are being supportive, and looking to change the car sooner than planned, but I'm concerned the spread of discomfort is causing damage.
You just need to find the right position...
It get it when someone changes the position on my Seat, Mechanic or when lending it out or cleaning etc...
On a Manual, I will press Clutch to Floor and move Seat so that the Clutch leg is fully extended the move Seat forward just 1 position...
Works for me every time...
Angle of back is a little harder to set and depends also on Firmness of Seat back...
It get it when someone changes the position on my Seat, Mechanic or when lending it out or cleaning etc...
On a Manual, I will press Clutch to Floor and move Seat so that the Clutch leg is fully extended the move Seat forward just 1 position...
Works for me every time...
Angle of back is a little harder to set and depends also on Firmness of Seat back...
I find if I can get to a position where my thighs are supported I dont have back problems. It's OK in the Jag as the seat base tilts at opposite angles, but I've used a small cushion before when I had a Passat just on the seat edge and got my lower back and bum right into the base of the seat where it meets the upright
Sorry guys, I'm familiar with how to set up a good driving position (as said, I've done 50k a year for many years in many different cars).
My question was whether shoulder discomfort could be connected to the lower back pain?
Particularly I think the positional issue is in relation he clutch pedal, which is very high and heavy, which I think is causing an unusual rotation around my hips.
My question was whether shoulder discomfort could be connected to the lower back pain?
Particularly I think the positional issue is in relation he clutch pedal, which is very high and heavy, which I think is causing an unusual rotation around my hips.
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Sorry guys, I'm familiar with how to set up a good driving position (as said, I've done 50k a year for many years in many different cars).
My question was whether shoulder discomfort could be connected to the lower back pain?
Particularly I think the positional issue is in relation he clutch pedal, which is very high and heavy, which I think is causing an unusual rotation around my hips.
The answer is - it could be.My question was whether shoulder discomfort could be connected to the lower back pain?
Particularly I think the positional issue is in relation he clutch pedal, which is very high and heavy, which I think is causing an unusual rotation around my hips.
Back problems are not exactly an exact science and can manifest in all sorts of ways.
Lots of things are connected and if you feel you are twisting your lumbar spine/ hips by operating the clutch that could affect all kinds of things.
The simplest answer seems to be to ditch the Toyota as soon as possible (I hope that is possible for you).
Remember though, you only get one spine (and associated bits) and, from experience, when the bits get injured/ damaged it is especially difficult to mend them.
Edited by Red 4 on Saturday 7th June 20:53
I had real probs with my spine in my OH's Ford Ka and his VX. The seat back on both cars fall away at a strange angle. My 3 door Renault Megane was soooo good for my spine as it was more upright. The best car for back pain is a Lotus, honestly!!
ETA - My daily commute used to be 200 miles in my Renault.
ETA - My daily commute used to be 200 miles in my Renault.
Edited by Mrs Muttleysnoop on Saturday 7th June 22:43
Mrs Muttleysnoop said:
I had real probs with my spine in my OH's Ford Ka and his VX.
i owned a Ka for about 11 months. i hated the seats. short journeys were uncomfortable. Long journeys were painful.Edited by Mrs Muttleysnoop on Saturday 7th June 22:43
I've had a Recaro seat in my car for the last six years and i have no back pain whatsoever.
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