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Daven75

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Hey guys. Need some advice. I recently purchased a 2015 BMW M235xi and after a while my lower back starts to hurt. I am coming from SUVs for the past 6 years so the seat is definitely a new concept to me since I'm sitting more flat than when in an SUV. I also wonder if its from getting in and out from such a low car? My GF has a camry and I don't have any back issues with that. I also sit all day at work but I try and get up and walk/stretch for a little bit throughout the day. I have tried several different seat positions, even tried to follow one of those "how to properly sit in a car seat" videos. It seems like the main issue might be that the butt part of the seat is too stiff. I was debating on trying to get a butt cushion and see if that helps. I'm open to suggestions. As a side note I actually sat in the passenger seat for 4hrs with no real issues. So there has to be a fix to this.

I'm only 27 I'm not old and broken yet... or atleast my back isn't! Help!
 
It got to the point that I could almost not drive my corolla cause the seats were so bad. I got one of these from amazon and that was the end of my lower back pain from driving that car. Maybe it will do the trick for you.
Im going to just put the ASIN as I imagine I can't put a link in this forum, heck ill try anyway - here's the link
Amazon.com: LoveHome Memory Foam Lumbar Support Back Cushion With 3D Mesh Cover Balanced Firmness Designed for Lower Back Pain Relief- Ideal Back Pillow for Computer/Office Chair, Car Seat, Recliner etc. - Black: Home & Kitchen
and the asin is
B00D5J7SL2
 
kage65 said:
It got to the point that I could almost not drive my corolla cause the seats were so bad. I got one of these from amazon and that was the end of my lower back pain from driving that car. Maybe it will do the trick for you.
Im going to just put the ASIN as I imagine I can't put a link in this forum, heck ill try anyway - here's the link
Amazon.com: LoveHome Memory Foam Lumbar Support Back Cushion With 3D Mesh Cover Balanced Firmness Designed for Lower Back Pain Relief- Ideal Back Pillow for Computer/Office Chair, Car Seat, Recliner etc. - Black: Home & Kitchen
and the asin is
B00D5J7SL2
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So I've tried adjusting the lumbar and it seems like it hits too high, even at the lowest setting, so this might help. That's also why I was thinking a butt pillow might help, raise me up a hair along with adding some padding.
 
I got rid of my 2008 Impala because of the seats and bought a 2010 Accord,,,,way much better,, but the worn out seat on my 3/4 ton pickup is the most comfortable :)
 
try a seat pillow or lumbar pad...
bmws are nice cars..but like some lexus sedans ive been in, the seats are rock hard
 
Sorry for the late reply guys! I'll give all your suggestions a shot but it may ultimately come down to me replacing the bmw with something else :[ sadly.
 
Sitting in ANY seat too long will become uncomfortable.

I drive for a Ford dealer. This means making swaps. Sometimes 9+ hours of driving a day.

I picked up a top of the line King Ranch F-150 from northern Vermont last month. Air conditioned, power lumbar, massaging seats and all.

Great features, but even with all that, sitting in that seat for almost 5 hours was starting to get uncomfortable.

Just my two cents.........
 
When properly executed:
Low-Back Squats, and Deadlifts
will take care of that lower back pain.


Bob
 
Stretching...yoga. it sounds dumb but I'm only 30 and have 4 herniated discs. I can squat and deadlift still without issue but if I don't stretch before and after I cannot. Also head posture is a big deal for low back pain. Between my stretching making sure I have good posture it has fixed my problems. I'm sure the seat is not up to your satisfaction as well. Car seats are like beds, if it isnt comfortable your aren't happy. Considering a bed is for resting you should wake feeling rested. A seat should be similar, if its causing pain and discomfort something has to change.

Anyways that's my story, hope you liked it.

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I feel your pain, although with the opposite style of seating that seems to bother you. I can’t stand seats in SUVs and most trucks.

Something about the way they sit me upright just messes with my back. Probably because I’m all torso. 6’3 and a 32” inseam..


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So I should note, the pain seems to start after only about an hour or two, depending on type of driving. I got new shoes and started to stretch a little more. It has helped a little but the pain is still there after a while. In my old Xterra I could go about 3-4hrs before pain set in. This is why I was kinda worried since it seemed like it kicked in much sooner.
 
Since exercise and stretching has been mentioned, I'll throw in my input. I'm 52 and I've had back trouble most of my life. I was a regular at the chiropractor. Around five years ago I started a routine of both standard and side planks. Within a few months my back trouble was all but gone. My back is as good as it was when I was in my early 20's. I strongly recommend them to anyone. Planks don't require any special equipment and takes just a few minutes a couple times a week.
 
Hmm, I'll definitely give those a shot. I remember doing those in high school for sports.
 
Most likely you need to go to the doctor. My back often hurt until I started doing exercises every morning for my back.
 
You should consult with the doctor first. When I had similar issue I asked for help massage therapist here LINKS in Calgary. It is one of the best specialists in our area, he helped me to recover in the short period of time. Only qualified specialist can prescribe you the right treatment.
 
Youtube- Foundation training. Properly do that 10-13 minute video every day. First few times I couldn’t even finish it and I’m in decent shape. If you do it right it will wipe you out, but a couple mmths of that like reprogrammed my posture, fixed knee and back pain. Free and you don’t need anything but 10 minutes and something to watch it on
 
This happened to me when I bought an M4. Six months in I could hardly get out of the car. Medical doctor didn't have much for me so I went to acupuncture-- WOW that did the trick and I feel great. Then I sold the car and bought a truck.
 
Toolhead said:
try a seat pillow or lumbar pad...
bmws are nice cars..but like some lexus sedans ive been in, the seats are rock hard
Click to expand...

Mercedes seats are rock hard too. Might be the hardest in the industry. To me they are super comfortable for long trips.
 
It too know what you mean. Its not so much the lower seating position as it is the sport seats you have. I get the same pains when driving my 07 335i with sport seats. Switch over to my wife's e91 328 non sport package and the problem is nowhere near evident.

The seats are VERY supportive, aggressive, and clamp onto you. The flat seats in the e91 are not so much of a problem. Just gonna have to stretch/adjust when you can.
 
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