Persistent Lower Back Pain in Delivery Drivers

Q1: Why do delivery drivers often develop persistent lower back pain?
A1: Delivery drivers spend long hours sitting while driving and frequently lifting heavy packages. This combination of prolonged sitting and repeated lifting strains the lumbar spine, muscles, and ligaments, often causing persistent lower back pain.

Q2: What are the common symptoms in this group?
A2: Symptoms include aching or sharp pain in the lower back, stiffness, reduced flexibility, occasional radiating pain to the legs, and discomfort after long shifts or lifting heavy items.

Q3: What short-term or common remedies do drivers usually try first?
A3: Many try:

• Plasters or back support braces for temporary relief.
• Analgesic gels or creams for short-term pain management.
• Pharmaceutical painkillers like NSAIDs or COX-2 inhibitors.
• Acupuncture, which may provide short-term relief.
• Physiotherapy, often targeting posture and core strengthening.

These methods may ease discomfort temporarily but don’t always address the underlying spinal strain.

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 targeted physiotherapy, designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, and support long-term spinal health. Their stress-free approach allows quick access to diagnostics such as MRI. Eligible Singaporeans, permanent residents, and some international patients may use cashless services, removing large upfront payments and enabling patients to focus on getting effective treatment started.

Q5: What preventive measures can help delivery drivers reduce lower back pain?
A5: Recommendations include correct lifting techniques, using lumbar supports while driving, strengthening core muscles, taking regular stretching breaks, and practicing good posture.

Q6: Who is this treatment suitable for?
A6: This approach is ideal for delivery drivers experiencing persistent lower back pain, who want non-invasive, effective relief, stress-free access to diagnostics and treatment, and possibly cashless billing if eligible.