London, Oct 11: Thousands of people are damaging their backs by sitting incorrectly in their cars, according to research. The British Chiropractic Association says that 32,000 people each month visit one of its members with a back problem linked to driving posture.

It says that shorter journeys such as the "school run" can also place the back under immense strain.

The association is offering free "drive-in" clinics where patient's posture can be assessed.
Chiropractic is an increasingly popular therapy for people with chronic joint or muscle pain, and aims to work by encouraging correct posture and manipulation of the joints.
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