Massage for Office Workers — Combating the Effects of Prolonged Sitting
Do you spend most of your day hunched over a laptop or sitting through meetings? You’re not alone. Office workers face a range of physical challenges due to prolonged sitting—including neck stiffness, lower back pain, tight hips, and even headaches. At Mixed Osteo Kensington, we see these patterns daily—and remedial massage is one of the best ways to relieve and reset your body.
Common Desk Job Complaints
Forward head posture (“tech neck”)
Rounded shoulders and upper back tightness
Lumbar spine stiffness and pain
Tight hip flexors
Decreased glute activation
Poor circulation in legs
Left unaddressed, these imbalances can lead to chronic pain and long-term dysfunction.
How Remedial Massage Helps
Remedial massage isn’t just relaxing—it’s functional. Here’s how it can support desk-bound clients:
Releases tight areas like the traps, chest, and hips
Increases circulation in stagnant tissues
Improves posture awareness and reduces fatigue
Decompresses the spine and neck
Reduces tension headaches and jaw clenching
Extra Tips to Manage Sitting Discomfort
Take 1–2 minute movement breaks every hourUse a standing desk or alternate between sitting and standingStrengthen your glutes and upper backStretch your hip flexors and pecs regularlyStay hydrated and change posture often
Book Your Reset
Don’t let your job wreck your posture. Book a targeted remedial massage today and give your body the reset it deserves.
