Simple ideas for back pain relief. An estimated 50 percent to 80 percent of American adults will experience back pain. Whether because of a traumatic accident, a simple injury or arthritis, there are ways to find relief. About half the time, back pain gets better within two weeks,says David Borenstein, MD, clinical professor of medicine at George Washington…
You Might Like {{displayTitle}} READ Joint pain affects one in five Americans and is one of the leading causes of disability in the U.S. Along with leg, neck, and back pain, knee pain tops the list of problem areas, according to James Rippe, M.D., a cardiologist and joint pain specialist. And we re not getting better: A 2013 study reported a 162 percent increase…
Do you have low back pain? ​Wonder whether the pain is due to trigger points (or commonly known as ‘muscle knots’)? Looking for the best way to treat these problems, which can include myofascial pain syndrome (mps) pain therapy? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this practical complete guide to treating lumbar myofascial pain is for you. Can myofascial…
Who needs to stretch? You do. A regular stretching routine helps to keep your muscles flexible. With consistency, you can relieve and prevent pain from exercise and daily, functional activities. Is back pain a problem for you? Here are three easy stretches that can help. Low Back Relaxer Grab a pillow and slowly lie down on your back. Bend both knees, keeping…
Just like reinforced steel can bear more weight than sheet aluminum, a strong, well-conditioned back can withstand more stress, and protect the spine better, than a back that has not been conditioned through exercise. Conditioning through flexibility and strengthening back exercises not only helps the back avoid injury, or minimize the severity of injury if the…
Video Transcript Let’s do a standing hamstring stretch. We’ll start with our legs together, standing tall with our lower abdomen engaged by drawing our bellybutton toward our spine. We’ll inhale to lengthen our spine, and as we exhale, folding forward from the pelvis, we’ll begin to lower our torsos down. Now, you can have your hands at your waist or on the tops…
Pregnancy can be harsh on ligaments and joints because of the added weight your body supports. Your back may be one of the major areas where you’ll notice the ache. Regular stretching and exercise help offset these effects by improving flexibility, strength, muscle tone, and reducing the incidence of lower back pain. Try some of the following exercises and gentle…
You Might Like {{displayTitle}} READ Few things in life are as frustrating as back pain (aside from maybe coffee shops with no Wi-Fi ). If you re dealing with it, you re not alone: One in four Americans experiences back pain on a regular basis. But whether it’s a dull ache or nearly debilitating sharp pain, a bad back can make your daily routine a serious struggle…
After making it to the big leagues – aka cubicle life – I noticed a major shift in my overall energy and health. The key driver behind this shift was – drumroll please – sitting. We all sit. We sit in our cars. We sit on our couches. We sit at work. We sit while eating. We sit. We sit. And then we sit some more. But here’s the scary part. Sitting is leading to…
Photo Sommer Kleweno Walley at home in Seattle. After she slipped on steps and began having back pain, a doctor prescribed physical therapy and an anti-inflammatory drug. Her pain was gone in a few months. Credit Ian C. Bates for The New York Times On Monday, the American College of Physicians published updated guidelines that say much the same. In making the…
Sleeping positions for various back conditions Before trying to find the best sleeping position for your back pain, it is a good idea to consult with your doctor to uncover the underlying cause of your symptoms. This will allow you to form a comprehensive treatment plan, and will also help in the process of finding the best sleeping position. Once you have confirmed…
Impaired movement control may result in chronic lower back pain. A new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that the combination of manual therapy and exercise is an excellent way to combat movement control impairment in the lower back. This combination reduced the disability experienced by patients and significantly improved their functional ability…
Pain can develop in several parts of the back, including the middle region. If muscle tightness and joint stiffness are contributing to mid-back pain, stretching this area can help. Stiffness often settles into the mid-back due to poor posture and aging. Performing stretches and motion exercises can help minimize these effects by loosening up the tight areas…