Back pain has silently become one of the biggest health concerns in Odisha, affecting nearly every 2 out of 4 adults. From office employees to homemakers, and even young professionals – chronic back pain has now turned into a lifestyle problem.

At Orthoone Orthopedics, Bhubaneswar, we see hundreds of patients every year who struggle with lower back pain, sciatica, disc issues, and stiffness that limits daily activities.

So what’s really causing this sudden rise?

Why So Many People in Odisha Face Back Pain

There isn’t just one reason. It’s a combination of lifestyle, posture, job nature, body weight and lack of awareness.

Here are the most common reasons:

1️⃣ Sedentary Lifestyle

Most people working in IT, finance, government and private jobs sit continuously for 8–10 hours a day. This weakens spinal muscles and causes disc-related problems.

2️⃣ Poor Sitting Posture

Incorrect posture while:
✔ using computers
✔ smartphones
✔ sitting on bed
✔ slouching
is a major factor that compresses the spine.

3️⃣ Smartphone Neck & Tech Back

Long hours on phones create stress on the neck and shoulders leading to:

• Cervical spondylitis
• Upper back stiffness
• Shoulder pain

4️⃣ Driving for Long Hours

Many Odisha professionals drive daily from districts to Bhubaneswar or Cuttack. This constant vibration and posture stress affects spinal discs over time.

5️⃣ Lack of Exercise

Weak spine muscles = more pressure on discs.

Most adults in Odisha rarely exercise because of:

• time limitation
• office work
• busy lifestyle
• lack of awareness

6️⃣ Increased Body Weight

Extra weight puts direct pressure on lower spine, accelerating disc degeneration.

7️⃣ Disc Problems and Ageing

As adults cross 35–40 years, disc moisture reduces naturally causing:

• bulging
• herniation
• nerve compression
  leading to sciatica.

Symptoms You Should Not Ignore

If you notice any of these, meet an orthopaedic specialist soon:

• persistent back pain
• radiating leg pain
• numbness or tingling
• difficulty walking
• stiffness upon waking up
• sudden weakness in legs
• pain while standing or sitting for long

Delayed treatment may worsen disc problems.

Is Surgery Always Needed?

Not at all.

In most cases, back pain can be treated through:

✔ medication
✔ physiotherapy
✔ posture correction
✔ spinal strengthening
✔ lifestyle changes
✔ weight control

Only a small percentage require spine surgery.

When Surgery Is Recommended

If the patient has:

• nerve compression
• spinal cord involvement
• severe sciatica
• progressive weakness
• disc prolapse not improving with physiotherapy

At that stage, surgical intervention may be necessary.

A Message for Odisha Patients

Back pain is extremely common, but treatable. The key is early diagnosis and proper spine evaluation.

We at Orthoone Orthopedics provide complete spinal care including:

• spine diagnosis
• physiotherapy guidance
• minimally invasive spine procedures
• rehab programs
• advanced spine surgery

About Orthoone Orthopedics

Orthoone Orthopedics is one of the leading orthopedic clinics in Bhubaneswar, founded in 2015 by Dr. Dibya Singha.
The team has treated 10,000+ patients across Odisha and nearby states and performed 3000–5000 surgeries, including advanced spine procedures.

Need Help With Back or Spine Pain?

Clinic Location:
Besides SBI ATM, Near Bus Stop, Acharya Vihar Square, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Call: 9439537777

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon:
Dr. Dibya Singha – Director, Orthoone Orthopedics

Early diagnosis = faster recovery.