Stretching the soft tissues in the back, neck, and hips can help relieve back pain. This article contains helpful pictures and descriptions of common stretches.
No matter what your body type, there’s a variation out there that can help you get stronger, fitter, and faster.
People who meditate regularly say it reduces stress and improves well-being, and doctors often recommend meditation to help treat chronic pain, anxiety, high blood pressure, and other conditions.
Patients with low back pain who see a physical therapist first spend less on care and have a lower risk of being prescribed opioids<br>Low back pain (LBP) is the most common painful condition in the U.S. Recent statistics have shown that about 25% of the population has reported being affected by LBP for at least one full day within the past three months, and LBP is therefore also listed as the number one contributor to years lived with a disability in the…
How Does the Social Security Administration Decide if I Qualify for Disability Benefits for Back Pain or Spine Impairments<br>If you have a spine disorder that limits movement or causes chronic back pain, Social Security disability benefits may be available. To determine whether you are disabled by your back pain, or other spinal problems, the Social Security Administration first considers whether your back problems are severe…
If you are seated all day, these stretches are for you. If you have back pain, these stretches are for you. And if you have noticed that it’s hard to sit up straight for more than 20 minutes at a time, these stretches are for you<br>Whether your goal is to prevent back pain, gain flexibility, or improve your posture, these four stretches are a must do. You don’t need any equipment to perform them, meaning you can perform these exercises while at…
A weak chest keeps you from tapping into all your potential power on the bike.
An Australian study recently published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases has put the efficacy of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for spinal pain under the proverbial microscope. The result, pulled together from 35 randomised placebo-control trials in a wide-sweeping meta analysis, is not good news for NSAID devotees. While there is some effectiveness for spinal pain, “the difference in outcomes between the intervention and the…
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Condition affects both physical and psychological wellbeing<br>Low back pain (LBP) affects 84% of adults at some point and can weigh heavily on their lives. In addition to the physical impairments, LBP can also have a negative effect on psychological well-being. Therefore, patients that don't respond well to the original course of treatment for LBP are often managed with a program of exercise and education to…
It is important to understand that lower-back pain or foot pain may not always be represented with an injury you might have experienced while playing sports. However, given the environment we live in – our professional and social life, chronic back and foot pain can adversely affect our overall mood and health from the time…
Share on<br>Despite the incredible engineering of the human body, bad posture can lead to back pain. The human body has evolved very little in the last million years, and is basically constructed for the way humans lived prior to the industrial age. When the body is allowed to function as it’s been designed to, movement is abundant, joyful, easy and natural. When we spend too much time hunched over a computer screen or sitting in traffic, pain and discomfort can result, often…
(BPT) - If you're living with low back pain (LBP), you're not alone. The condition is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. Studies show 80 percent of American adults will experience LBP at some point in their lives. If LBP turns from short-term to chronic (lasting three months or longer), it can impact your overall quality of life<br>Modern society craves quick-fix solutions to even complex problems, but this mindset can be particularly counterproductive when it comes to LBP. Studies show…
A "Not Old--Better" podcast on the connection between weight loss and back pain
Most people will experience back pain at some point in their life. It's the number one reason that people go to the doctor and miss work. In fact, it's the leading cause of disability worldwide<br>Q. At what point do I need to see my doctor about back pain?<br>A. If back pain is not relieved within four to six weeks with conservative measures such as icing, heat, anti-inflammatory medication and rest, it's time to see your doctor. Your doctor may consider sending…
Top 3 Kinesio Tape Techniques for Lower Back Pain<br>23288<br>Kinesiology taping for low back pain has become common practice inside and outside of chiropractic offices. To help demonstrate some effective ways to use Kinesiotape in the patient setting we reached out to the team at MeyerDC who are brand ambassadors and carry Rocktape (among several other reputable brands)<br>What is Kinesiotape<br>Kinesio Taping gives support…
Mobilize your hips so you can squat more weight, decrease lower back pain, run faster, and jump higher
"I am an endurance runner who was just diagnosed with mild arthritis in both hips. I am feeling devastated, and don't know what to expect for my running future. Help!" –Jodi