09/06/2026
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Back pain is one of the most significant health challenges facing Australian workplaces, affecting productivity, participation and mental wellbeing.
New data from Pureprofile's 2026 Australian Spinal Health Survey shows 92.9% of employed Australians have experienced back pain. For men, the impact is not just physical. Among men with back pain, 41.9% report a moderate, significant or extreme mental health impact.
Work-related triggers are prominent across all types of back pain. Desk work, computer use, prolonged sitting, poor posture and manual handling, including lifting, pushing and pulling, are among the most commonly reported contributors.
The economic case for prevention is clear. Musculoskeletal disorders, led by back pain, cost the Australian economy an estimated $55.1 billion each year, including health costs, lost productivity and reduced quality of life.
Early intervention and prevention, including ergonomic awareness, movement breaks, safe lifting habits and timely access to professional care, can help reduce both the personal and workplace impact of back pain.
This Spinal Health Month, the Australian Chiropractors Association is encouraging workplaces and workers to take back pain seriously.
If back pain is affecting how you work, move or feel, it’s time to adjust your thinking.
Consult an ACA chiro and access free resources at www.spinalhealth.org.au.
Because a healthy spine supports a healthy mind.
