Long sitting tightens the hips and disturbs pelvic alignment. Hip stiffness affects the lower back, knees, and overall movement.
The hip is a ball-and-socket joint; it needs mobility.
When hip muscles shorten:
• Joint space reduces
• Pelvis tilts forward/backward
• Lower back compensates
• SI joint compression increases
• Sciatica-like discomfort appears
This leads to pain, stiffness, or uneven walking.
Yoga therapy increases joint space, restores movement, and balances the pelvis.
Methods Used
Sciatica symptoms
Tight hips
Pelvic tilt
Lower back pain
Long sitting professions
Outcome
Hips become open, mobile, and comfortable.