Up to 80% of adults in Western countries have back pain at some point. It’s chronic for some and can be debilitating.
It can be hard to figure out why it’s happening or how to feel better. And everybody wants a magic pill.
But we know there’s a better way: movement.
A fitness program that combines strength, flexibility, and aerobic fitness is beneficial, the National Institutes of Health says. “Increasing core muscular strength can assist in supporting the lumbar spine. Improving the flexibility of the muscle tendons and ligaments in the back increases the range of motion and assists with the patient’s functional movement. Aerobic exercise increases the blood flow and nutrients to the soft tissues in the back, improving the healing process and reducing stiffness that can result in back pain.”
Let’s discuss the best exercise options for you. In the meantime, review these five facts about low back pain in America.
- Low back pain is the second most common cause of disability.
- It costs $90 billion a year.
- Exercise helps; doing nothing and hoping for the best just delays recovery.
- Studies show that lumbar spine and hamstring flexibility, core stabilization, and muscular strength significantly reduce low back pain.
- If you have low back pain, first see your doctor to rule out serious causes. Then start moving. See us to learn more about strength training, aerobic exercise, yoga, Pilates, tai chi, etc.
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