Tips for reducing pins and needles stemming from computer-work -
02-06-2013, 11:45 PM
Hi,
Sitting in front of the computer on a hard chair for hours at a time can do a few things that cause pins and needles to start up in the legs. For one, it can compress nerves that travel from nearby your gluteal muscles down to your legs. Second, it reduces circulation traveling down to the legs. And third, it tightens certain muscles that surround the nerves and blood vessels that travel down to your legs (especially the low back muscles and gluts).
It may be helpful to sit on a different type of chair surface that is softer, more supportive, and conforms better to your low back and gluteal muscles. If you already have this type of cushioned work chair, try getting up during your work to take 5-10 minute breaks during which you stretch, drink water or tea, and breathe to loosen up your body. Shifting positions can also make sure your body isn't locked into one place for too long.
I would also recommend stretching in general. Useful stretches include touching your toes (low back stretch) or doing a downward dog (yoga stretch for legs and back). When in downward dog, peddle your feet by alternately lifting up each foot to increase circulation to your calves and feet.
If after these changes, your pain and nerve sensations worsen, start shooting to different areas, or impair your activity or daily functioning, I would see someone in person who can help you more with posture, work ergonomics, and musculoskeletal/nerve issues. This type of pins & needles are a common occurrence for people who work long hours at a computer, so whatever changes you make right now to help the situation will be good for the long-term.
Hope this helps,
Aarti
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