What is the effect of prolonged sitting and physical activity on thoracic spine mobility? An observational study of young adults in a UK university setting.
Nicola R HeneghanGemma BakerKimberley ThomasDeborah FallaAlison B RushtonPublished in: BMJ open (2018)
Findings evidence reduced thoracic mobility in individuals who spend >7 hours/day sitting and <150 min/week of physical activity. Further research is required to explore possible causal relationships between activity behaviours and spinal musculoskeletal health.