Sore back thanks to new car

[SD1992]

For the past couple of weeks, I have noticed that I am getting a dull ache in the lumbar part of my back. I haven't taken up anything new, or done anything differently, and the only possible cause that I can think of is my new car

Short of getting a nice comfy Volvo or the like, does anyone have any ideas of things that I can try? And has anyone else experienced this before, and if so how did you deal with it?

This is a real shame, I like the car and don't want to get rid of it because it does not agree with me

If it helps, I am 19, 6"2, about 14 stone and perfectly healthy otherwise. Any ideas PH?

Edited by SD1992 on Tuesday 2nd August 22:07

[skip_1]

Could it be that you are at full stretch to say get the clutch pressed all the way in? I had the same issue and moving the seat forward an inch or so has sorted it, although it felt very weird at first.

[Brite spark]

SD1992 said:

For the past couple of weeks, I have noticed that I am getting a dull ache in the lumpar part of my back. I haven't taken up anything new, or done anything differently, and the only possible cause that I can think of is my new car

Short of getting a nice comfy Volvo or the like, does anyone have any ideas of things that I can try? And has anyone else experienced this before, and if so how did you deal with it?

This is a real shame, I like the car and don't want to get rid of it because it does not agree with me

If it helps, I am 19, 6"2, about 14 stone and perfectly healthy otherwise. Any ideas PH?

Medical student?
Where's the lumpar in the back?
Lumbar?

Try looking at lumbar support, either change the seat or add something to the seat for extra support

[Lordbenny]

What car is it?

[Blib]

Lordbenny said:

What car is it?

Reading between the lines of the OP's post, I'd guess that it's a Ford Mondeo ST24. Only a wild guess, mind.

[Pints]

I bought myself a couple of these (or something similar). Has made the world of difference.

[Jimmyarm]

When I was doing a decent mileage every day I found that a new car would give me a little bit of an ache whilst I adjusted to it, would go after a couple of weeks.

If you don't spend much time in the seat then I would be looking elsewhere.

[c7xlg]

6'2" 14 stone and only 19.... Unless we'll be seeing you in the front row of England 1st xv some day soon maybe lay off the pies and work on core muscle strength.... Would help posture and handling the cornering g in the clarkson inspired monaro powerslides...

[SD1992]

Brite spark said:

Medical student?
Where's the lumpar in the back?
Lumbar?

Try looking at lumbar support, either change the seat or add something to the seat for extra support

You are quite correct - that is what you get for not proof reading!

I have played about with various seat positions, not noticed much of a difference yet. I am finding that there is not much lumbar support to be had from the seats, the thing does not stick out far enough if you know what I mean? There is not much support at the top of the seat either, if that makes any difference.

The car is a Mondeo ST24.

[SD1992]

c7xlg said:

6'2" 14 stone and only 19.... Unless we'll be seeing you in the front row of England 1st xv some day soon maybe lay off the pies and work on core muscle strength.... Would help posture and handling the cornering g in the clarkson inspired monaro powerslides...

[insert witty powerfully built joke here]

/PH

I have always kept reasonably fit and healthy, and I don't think I am a fat bugger

I suppose I haven't been doing as much as I used to since exams etc, so you may have a point. I will hit the gym and see if that makes any difference

[s3fella]

You're a flipping medical student and you are asking on here about a bad back?

Are you still on the fkin " A " s in the Medical Encyclopedia?

[SD1992]

First year

Only done cardiovascular and respiratory systems so far!

[y2blade]

s3fella said:

You're a flipping medical student and you are asking on here about a bad back?

Are you still on the fkin " A " s in the Medical Encyclopedia?

harsh but fair


OP buy a Volvo

[SD1992]

I was seriously considering one... It is looking like a possibility!

If I was to do that, I would keep the ST24 and turn it into some kind of track toy

[y2blade]

SD1992 said:

I was seriously considering one... It is looking like a possibility!

If I was to do that, I would keep the ST24 and turn it into some kind of track toy

Volvo have a reputation for VERY comfy seats, and with a good reason plenty of models and different engine types to suit most needs

try one see how you feel

[SD1992]

y2blade said:

Volvo have a reputation for VERY comfy seats, and with a good reason plenty of models and different engine types to suit most needs

try one see how you feel

Don't tell me that... I can feel my wallet getting lighter already!

What sort of driving position is generally recommended? I sit fairly upright, and the seat far back enough that I can put my wrist on the top of the wheel when I sit all the way back in the seat. Lumbar support all the way down.

[checkmate91]

Seat base slightly more forward, back set back a few degrees? I've had Fords for years and the seats have been great. Are you sure you're not unconsciously leaning forward and holding yourself in that position? Sit back and relax {no, seriously...)

[SD1992]

My last car was a 2002 Mondo, and I never had any problems with that. To be fair it was a LX, so it might just be me adjusting to the sporty seats and the firm suspension!

I don't think I do that though, I will pay more attention to how I sit but I think I am pretty laid back

[Classic Grad 98]

I agree with the above ^
I found mk3 seats a little flat at first but now I've adjusted it correctly it's lovely. There's a knob you can twist to 'pump up' the lumbar support on the mk3, does the mk2 have simular I wonder? Great feature, good job ford.

[SD1992]

The mk2 does have a small knob that moves the lumbar support, but my problem is it doesn't protrude enough for me to be comfortable. I think the backs of the seats are quite flat on the mk2 (the ST at least!).

I do miss my mk3 sometimes