Hey all,

Thought I'd see if anyone has any insights or tips after a recent scare I suffered: While packing a box, as I was standing up I felt a sharp pain in my lower back and ended up on the floor for the next 2 days. My back spasms were that bad. It was a stark realization that I also had no loss of license insurance(!) as I always considered it too expensive.

Happy to say that within 3 days I was 90% back to my old self but an MRI revealed bulging discs at L4-5 and L5-S1. The back DRs were down on how long we must sit (as it's very bad for the back) and I told them we have no choice as it's an airplane not a lunar lander. I am doing my PT exercises, seeing a chiropractor, and now use lumbar and other support cushions when I fly or sit.

• I try to stand whenever I can if we cruise long enough
• I no longer sleep on my stomach which I found out is THE worst sleep position for the back (on your back, face up is best).

Would like to hear from others with similar situations and how you've handled it or what has helped or improved your back.

Thanks.