Lower Back Pain Exercises

Archive for October, 2009

Before I tell you about what you can do to cure your back pain I will share a story of a 2 Kilometers road with you. There is a 2 Kms road that stretches in one of the busy suburbs in a metropolitan city. Walk on it, or drive through it. The jerks and the hop-step-jumps that will you do to tackle that road, the breaks, the sudden change of gears and the bumps of the vehicle by the end of the journey it will be cured. If you don’t have one, you will get one!

In the normal course, unless there are any special reasons, weak, stressed back or abdominal muscles are the cause of back pain. Apart from the disc problem, the other causes of back pain are poor diet, weak bones due to inadequate calcium, wrong lifting techniques and poor posture.

If your work is the continuous type of desk-work, stand up occasionally and stretch frequently. It breaks the monotony of sitting and helps the body correction. Your chair must support the lower back when you are seated. If your back pain is accompanied by vomiting or fever consult your physician immediately, and if he suggests surgery, take a second opinion.

Massage is another natural option to treat back surgery, but you are so over busy, with your normal lifestyle, that you don’t have the required time to look after yourself. So, is there any alternative to receive the relaxing benefits of the massage?

Massage chairs are ‘born’ to meet this requirement of the busy man. They are trendy and therefore more and more popular these days. They arrived in the market for the first time in the year 1980. The massage benefit that you get out of these chairs is almost equivalent to the one you will get from a professional massager.

The main advantage of the massage chair is that you can have it in the comfort of your house, and no wastage of time is involved. After a day’s tiresome office activities and the subsequent travel, sink into your massage chair. With a touch of the button, the massage is on. With the advanced technology, you have many new models, fully programmed and customized, to meet your individual requirements.

So, your office chair might be the one that is back-pain giver. This massage chair is the pain and stress reliever, including your back pain. Some chairs have the massaging footrests. You can massage your feet as well as the calves.

So your chair for back pain will also give you several ancillary advantages. It certainly helps to better the blood circulation.

Ashish Jain
http://www.articlesbase.com/advice-articles/massage-chair-offers-you-easy-back-pain-relief-70288.html

Sleep On A Plywood Bed. Don’t worry, I don’t mean a plywood mattress but placing a piece of plywood between the box spring and your mattress will keep your bed from sagging in the middle and provide better support for your back.

Back On A Waterbed. You may have had a waterbed when you were younger. You remember the type where every movement was like surfing in your own bed and you could almost feel the pull of the moon on the waves. Todays waterbeds are much nicer, with adjustable, anti-wave chambers and because of the way the bed disperses your body weight can allow for a more restful night of sleep without applying stressful pressure on your back.

Avoid Sleeping On Your Stomach. The position that is best for chronic back ache sufferers is on your back with a pillow underneath your knees. Make sure and use a good pillow that also slightly lifts your neck and head.

Curl On Up. Babies have it all figured out. The fetal position is a wonderful way to get a good nights sleep. To keep your lower body from twisting and placing stress on your spine while in this position, place a pillow between your legs at the knee level.

An Ibuprofen A Day Keeps The Inflammation Away. When back pain strikes it is normal to also experience inflammation which can cause further pain. Taking an anti-inflammation medication can help reduce the inflammation and some of the pain.

Take An Herbal Supplement. There are natural anti-inflammatory herbs on the market if you prefer to avoid over the counter medications. White Willow Bark is one such natural anti-inflammatory herb and can be found online or in your local health food store. The active ingredient in White Willow Bark is the same active ingredient that is found in aspirin. If you have trouble with heartburn or ulcers, you should avoid White Willow Bark and look for an alternative.

Gravity Inversion Works. Known as inversion traction, you use a device which will allow you to invert yourself for as little as five or ten minutes a day and can work miracles towards relieving back pain, particularly the lower back. If you are under a doctors care it is recommended you consult with them first before undertaking inversion traction therapy, especially if you have problems with your spinal discs. If you have been diagnosed with or are a candidate for glaucoma, do not use inversion traction therapy at all.

Be A Karate Kid. If you are able, join a Tai Chi class. This martial art is a combination of breathing techniques and slow movement that stretches and works your back muscles very effectively. You won’t be required to travel overseas and compete in any big tournaments, you can start out as slow as your back allows and gradually build your stamina. It is centered around relaxation and muscle control and can help lead to a better overall quality of life besides being good for your back.

Brent Parker
http://www.articlesbase.com/disabilities-articles/8-simple-things-you-can-do-to-help-relieve-chronic-back-pain-686975.html

Sleep On A Plywood Bed. Don’t worry, I don’t mean a plywood mattress but placing a piece of plywood between the box spring and your mattress will keep your bed from sagging in the middle and provide better support for your back.

Back On A Waterbed. You may have had a waterbed when you were younger. You remember the type where every movement was like surfing in your own bed and you could almost feel the pull of the moon on the waves. Todays waterbeds are much nicer, with adjustable, anti-wave chambers and because of the way the bed disperses your body weight can allow for a more restful night of sleep without applying stressful pressure on your back.

Avoid Sleeping On Your Stomach. The position that is best for chronic back ache sufferers is on your back with a pillow underneath your knees. Make sure and use a good pillow that also slightly lifts your neck and head.

Curl On Up. Babies have it all figured out. The fetal position is a wonderful way to get a good nights sleep. To keep your lower body from twisting and placing stress on your spine while in this position, place a pillow between your legs at the knee level.

An Ibuprofen A Day Keeps The Inflammation Away. When back pain strikes it is normal to also experience inflammation which can cause further pain. Taking an anti-inflammation medication can help reduce the inflammation and some of the pain.

Take An Herbal Supplement. There are natural anti-inflammatory herbs on the market if you prefer to avoid over the counter medications. White Willow Bark is one such natural anti-inflammatory herb and can be found online or in your local health food store. The active ingredient in White Willow Bark is the same active ingredient that is found in aspirin. If you have trouble with heartburn or ulcers, you should avoid White Willow Bark and look for an alternative.

Gravity Inversion Works. Known as inversion traction, you use a device which will allow you to invert yourself for as little as five or ten minutes a day and can work miracles towards relieving back pain, particularly the lower back. If you are under a doctors care it is recommended you consult with them first before undertaking inversion traction therapy, especially if you have problems with your spinal discs. If you have been diagnosed with or are a candidate for glaucoma, do not use inversion traction therapy at all.

Be A Karate Kid. If you are able, join a Tai Chi class. This martial art is a combination of breathing techniques and slow movement that stretches and works your back muscles very effectively. You won’t be required to travel overseas and compete in any big tournaments, you can start out as slow as your back allows and gradually build your stamina. It is centered around relaxation and muscle control and can help lead to a better overall quality of life besides being good for your back.

Brent Parker
http://www.articlesbase.com/disabilities-articles/8-simple-things-you-can-do-to-help-relieve-chronic-back-pain-686975.html

Sleep On A Plywood Bed. Don’t worry, I don’t mean a plywood mattress but placing a piece of plywood between the box spring and your mattress will keep your bed from sagging in the middle and provide better support for your back.

Back On A Waterbed. You may have had a waterbed when you were younger. You remember the type where every movement was like surfing in your own bed and you could almost feel the pull of the moon on the waves. Todays waterbeds are much nicer, with adjustable, anti-wave chambers and because of the way the bed disperses your body weight can allow for a more restful night of sleep without applying stressful pressure on your back.

Avoid Sleeping On Your Stomach. The position that is best for chronic back ache sufferers is on your back with a pillow underneath your knees. Make sure and use a good pillow that also slightly lifts your neck and head.

Curl On Up. Babies have it all figured out. The fetal position is a wonderful way to get a good nights sleep. To keep your lower body from twisting and placing stress on your spine while in this position, place a pillow between your legs at the knee level.

An Ibuprofen A Day Keeps The Inflammation Away. When back pain strikes it is normal to also experience inflammation which can cause further pain. Taking an anti-inflammation medication can help reduce the inflammation and some of the pain.

Take An Herbal Supplement. There are natural anti-inflammatory herbs on the market if you prefer to avoid over the counter medications. White Willow Bark is one such natural anti-inflammatory herb and can be found online or in your local health food store. The active ingredient in White Willow Bark is the same active ingredient that is found in aspirin. If you have trouble with heartburn or ulcers, you should avoid White Willow Bark and look for an alternative.

Gravity Inversion Works. Known as inversion traction, you use a device which will allow you to invert yourself for as little as five or ten minutes a day and can work miracles towards relieving back pain, particularly the lower back. If you are under a doctors care it is recommended you consult with them first before undertaking inversion traction therapy, especially if you have problems with your spinal discs. If you have been diagnosed with or are a candidate for glaucoma, do not use inversion traction therapy at all.

Be A Karate Kid. If you are able, join a Tai Chi class. This martial art is a combination of breathing techniques and slow movement that stretches and works your back muscles very effectively. You won’t be required to travel overseas and compete in any big tournaments, you can start out as slow as your back allows and gradually build your stamina. It is centered around relaxation and muscle control and can help lead to a better overall quality of life besides being good for your back.

Brent Parker
http://www.articlesbase.com/disabilities-articles/8-simple-things-you-can-do-to-help-relieve-chronic-back-pain-686975.html

Sleep On A Plywood Bed. Don’t worry, I don’t mean a plywood mattress but placing a piece of plywood between the box spring and your mattress will keep your bed from sagging in the middle and provide better support for your back.

Back On A Waterbed. You may have had a waterbed when you were younger. You remember the type where every movement was like surfing in your own bed and you could almost feel the pull of the moon on the waves. Todays waterbeds are much nicer, with adjustable, anti-wave chambers and because of the way the bed disperses your body weight can allow for a more restful night of sleep without applying stressful pressure on your back.

Avoid Sleeping On Your Stomach. The position that is best for chronic back ache sufferers is on your back with a pillow underneath your knees. Make sure and use a good pillow that also slightly lifts your neck and head.

Curl On Up. Babies have it all figured out. The fetal position is a wonderful way to get a good nights sleep. To keep your lower body from twisting and placing stress on your spine while in this position, place a pillow between your legs at the knee level.

An Ibuprofen A Day Keeps The Inflammation Away. When back pain strikes it is normal to also experience inflammation which can cause further pain. Taking an anti-inflammation medication can help reduce the inflammation and some of the pain.

Take An Herbal Supplement. There are natural anti-inflammatory herbs on the market if you prefer to avoid over the counter medications. White Willow Bark is one such natural anti-inflammatory herb and can be found online or in your local health food store. The active ingredient in White Willow Bark is the same active ingredient that is found in aspirin. If you have trouble with heartburn or ulcers, you should avoid White Willow Bark and look for an alternative.

Gravity Inversion Works. Known as inversion traction, you use a device which will allow you to invert yourself for as little as five or ten minutes a day and can work miracles towards relieving back pain, particularly the lower back. If you are under a doctors care it is recommended you consult with them first before undertaking inversion traction therapy, especially if you have problems with your spinal discs. If you have been diagnosed with or are a candidate for glaucoma, do not use inversion traction therapy at all.

Be A Karate Kid. If you are able, join a Tai Chi class. This martial art is a combination of breathing techniques and slow movement that stretches and works your back muscles very effectively. You won’t be required to travel overseas and compete in any big tournaments, you can start out as slow as your back allows and gradually build your stamina. It is centered around relaxation and muscle control and can help lead to a better overall quality of life besides being good for your back.

Brent Parker
http://www.articlesbase.com/disabilities-articles/8-simple-things-you-can-do-to-help-relieve-chronic-back-pain-686975.html