World Spine Day spotlights spinal health

World Spine Day on Oct. 16 drew attention to spinal health, back-pain prevention and treatment. Prolonged sitting, poor posture, poorly arranged workstations and inactivity can contribute to stiffness and discomfort; taking movement breaks, setting screens at eye level, supporting the back and staying active may help. A radio segment featured a chiropractor offering back-care advice, while a Knoxville clinic announced the arrival of a spine surgeon who says care should start with nonsurgical options when appropriate and that identifying the cause of pain is key.