Chronic Lower Back Pain in Truck Drivers and Delivery Workers

Q1: Why do truck drivers and delivery workers often develop lower back pain?
A1: Prolonged sitting, poor seat support, vibration from vehicles, and frequent heavy lifting place stress on the lumbar spine and surrounding muscles, leading to chronic pain, stiffness, and mobility limitations.

Q2: What symptoms are common in this group?
A2: Symptoms include aching lower back, stiffness after long drives, sharp pain when lifting packages, reduced flexibility, and occasional numbness or tingling. Pain can affect work efficiency and daily functioning.

Q3: What remedies do drivers usually try first?
A3: Many attempt:

• Lumbar cushions or supports for posture improvement.
• Plasters or topical analgesic gels for temporary relief.
• NSAIDs or COX-2 inhibitors to manage pain.
• Stretching, physiotherapy, or massage therapy to strengthen muscles and improve mobility.

While helpful temporarily, these approaches often do not fully address chronic strain from prolonged sitting and repetitive lifting.

Q4: How does The Pain Relief Clinic approach lower back pain differently?
A4: The Pain Relief Clinic emphasizes non-invasive technology, including HotHeal Therapy, shockwave therapy, and guided physiotherapy to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent recurrence. MRI scans are available for precise assessment. Eligible Singaporeans, permanent residents, and some international patients may use cashless service, eliminating upfront payment stress and allowing workers to focus on recovery.

Q5: How can chronic lower back pain affect drivers emotionally and physically?
A5: Pain can limit driving endurance, lifting ability, and overall work efficiency, causing frustration, stress, and concern about long-term career sustainability.

Q6: Who is this treatment most suitable for?
A6: This approach is ideal for truck drivers, delivery workers, and anyone with prolonged sitting or lifting duties experiencing chronic lower back pain, who want non-invasive, effective relief with cashless service, enabling safe continuation of work and daily activities.