Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken continue their conversation with Dr Mindy Cairns, Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Associate Professor at the University of Hertfordshire.

They discuss how mental health issues can contribute to back pain, what women can do to manage back pain during pregnancy, and the difficulties of living with long-term back pain alongside other medical conditions. Plus, are there any types of beds and chairs that are good for our backs?

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Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken

Guest: Dr Mindy CairnsProducer: William HornbrookExecutive Producers: Rami Tzabar and Jo RowntreeEditor: Kirsten LassAssistant Producer: Maia Miller-LewisTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableSocial Media: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby

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