[mccada]

I started getting chronic back pain last year after being in a desk position for quite some time. I even considered switching jobs as I was that uncomfortable sitting. Some things that have helped:

Movement. Try to get up and move around at least once every hour or so. Going for a couple of 15 minute walks on breaks helps as well. It is the lack of movement and tightening of muscles that causes most of the pain.

Decent Office Chair. The one I have can lean back quite far, and I find this more comfortable. Try to change positions in your chair to keep your body posture and muscles moving.

Chiropractor. When my back starts acting up more than usual I'll see a chiropractor. This can help loosen up really tight joints and crack your spine or ribs back into proper position.

I've heard both swimming and yoga can both work wonders as well, but have yet to try these. Goodluck!

[v64]

Since you mention a chiropractor, can I ask you the same question as I did in this comment [1]? Is your chiropractor an MD?

[1] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=12653040

[mccada]

I'm not sure if they use the same terminology in Canada, but the four chiropractors at the place I go to all use Dr. and DC as their title, so I'm guessing so.