Driving as a professional truck driver can take a toll on the body.  A number of factors can lead to serious health issues or injuries.  When a driver has an irregular schedule, he or she may suffer from chronic stress, fatigue and poor diet. When a driver sits for long periods of time, he or she can develop back strain.  Repetitive bending and lifting heavy objects can result in back injuries.  Driving for a long period of time may produce low back pain, especially in a vibrating truck with poor shock absorbers in the seat. Some steps that that a driver can take to help minimize these risks are: