dmcjms Publish time 2015-2-28 21:05

Any tips to help ease back and neck strain while stitching?

I have shoulder/neck trouble and long hours of cross stitching only makes it worse. My physical therapist says to stop stitching altogether -- as if! -- but I wonder if anyone knows of a brace of frame that may help alleviate the problem? Anyone else have this issue?

Tinggles Publish time 2015-2-28 22:01

I usually have 1 or 2 pillows behind me so it forces me to sit straight while I am crafting... it seems to help.Also get up and move around every 20-30 minutes.Hope this helps!

Braenn Publish time 2015-3-1 03:25

Its important to take breaks. I also use pillows and its really nice and cozy :)

killertortle Publish time 2015-3-1 06:58

I usually switch from sitting down to laying on my stomach with a pillow under my chest. It helps stretch out my back. Of course, if you are outside of your home, you probably cant do that.

Xanatos Publish time 2015-3-1 21:48

I usually take a short break to stretch my arms and fingers

Lauruks Publish time 2015-3-2 22:02

I googled neck stretching exercises and try to do some of them when neck starts to hurt.

hdtrike Publish time 2015-3-4 23:56

Besides using extra pillows behind my back while stitching, I also utilize my heating pad from time to time.It really helps with my neck and shoulders while stitching.

KnittingAngel Publish time 2015-3-13 04:51

i can get the same thing with knitting. i use one of 2 things one of those beanbag pillows that you can put in the microwave or a gel pack that can be put in the microwave. you must remember to stretch periodically. i know you can loose time while doing something you love.

LucyLocket Publish time 2015-3-13 06:53

Lauruks and KnittingAngel give good advice; every 1/2 you must change position and do exercises to stretch your back and rotate your shoulder muscles. This also helps remove tension in bothareas..............:D

siennaX Publish time 2015-3-16 02:40

Agreed.Getting up every 30 minutes or so to stretch the legs and neck helps a lot.When I stitch without having a pillow behind me, I can definitely feel a strain in my back and shoulders.Hope you find something that works for you.
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