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[L614]Low Back Pain Exercises

by Kanishkm, Kan

Big problems arrive on account of small negligence. A stitch in time saves nine! You know about these goody goody things in life. Yet you don't act in time to translate these clichés into reality. There are so many small things that you need to do well in time! Failing which, the damages could be colossal!

I tell you what happened with my friend some time back. He wanted to change the old clutch-wire of his scooter but delayed the replacement for unnecessary reasons. One day in the busy stretch of the road, the wire broke, the brakes failed, he hit a stationery truck. His life was saved, but he suffered multiple fractures in his right hand, required hospitalization for more than 45days and the hospital bill, at the end of the treatment was $ 4,000. The cost of the clutch wire was $ 1. The balance of $3,999 he paid for his negligence.

Similar is the case with your lower back pain. Initially you may ignore it thinking that I sit in the office for the whole day. Probably it is due to that! Or, cutting on the regular exercising regime is the simple cause of it. Or for that matter you can think of hundreds of things that have caused back pain to you. Still, whatsoever be the cause you need to adopt the right style of living to combat the back problem.

In the initial stages of the back pain, sleeping on a hard mattresses, and exercising will help you to some extent. But here, you need to be regular. If you skip the exercise schedule, you will have lower back pain with severe intensity.

Now, to find a permanent solution in the physical exercises, start with jogging. It may be difficult at the initial stages, but keep on persisting. You can also go for water aerobics as it is also helpful in treating the lower back pain.

Physiotherapy is the best treatment for the lower back pain, but don't presume the level of your back pain and take your own judgment. Consult your physician and get the correct diagnosis for your problem. There are many types of treatment options for the back pain. You need to decide which one is suitable for you at your level. You must get relief within two weeks of starting the treatment, but if the pain persists, you may require to undergo surgery.

The modes of treatment are simple to start with. Rest adequately and do the exercises regularly. Acupuncture and chiropractic practice are also the accepted modes of treatment. But the best thing is to understand your problem and go ahead with the line of treatment which you consider suitable for you.

But, don't make pills and medication, the regular habit. The naturally treated pain relief, without the fear of side effects, is good and everlasting!

Are you suffering from back pain? If so, you're not alone. It's estimated over 40% of adults, both male and female, will experience back discomfort during their lifetime. Primarily, adults experience lower back pain, which is difficult to diagnose and treat. Worse, the cause of back pain is extremely hard to pin down.

You've probably heard of or even tried certain exercises to minimize your pain. Medical research agrees that when done correctly, proper exercises can ease your back pain. It's very important to understand that while certain exercise movements can provide relief, if they're performed incorrectly you can easily injure or worsen your back. Let's take a look at the exercises you should - and shouldn't - focus on to ease your lower back pain.

Here's Three Exercises To Ease Your Lower Back Pain

1. Swimming: Swimming is one of the best exercises to help loosen and stretch your lower back. Further, swimming is an excellent cardio workout with no impact, pounding, or bouncing. Start slowly with just a few laps, and work your way up to 20 laps. Not only is swimming good for your back, it's one of the best workouts for your heart and lungs.

2. Partial Curl: This exercise is fantastic for your back and your abs, and it's simple to perform. Lie on the floor or a mat with your knees bent and your feet completely on the floor. Now, push your lower back into the floor and curl up, with your arms stretched in front of you, until your shoulders are off the ground. Hold for five seconds and release. Try doing 3 sets of 10. The partial curl will tighten your core muscles, strengthen your lower back, and help flatten your abs.

3. Hamstring/Lower Back Stretch: This one is also easy to do. Lie on the floor with your left leg flat and your right leg bent at the knee. Now, lift your right leg and straighten it, locking your fingers behind your thigh (or calf if you're more flexible). Hold for 10 seconds and repeat with the left leg. You'll feel the stretch in your hamstring and lower back. For an advanced stretch, lift both legs straight up and hold the back of each leg, one hand on each leg. This stretch will really loosen your back, but be careful to start slowly and gently and work your way up as your back is gradually stretched.

Here's Three Exercises NOT To Do

1. Sit Ups With Legs Straight: Watching someone doing sit ups with their legs straight at the health club makes me cringe. Doing sit ups with legs straight is just about the worst thing to do to your lower back, short of improperly lifting a heavy object. The partial curl, as described above, is so much more effective for your abs, and much safer.

2. Hip/Oblique Twists: Also known as trunk twists, this is an exercise that's not good for people with back pain. Normally this movement is done in a herky jerky fashion, which twists the core and spine and can result in injury. There are much better exercises for your obliques.

3. Running On Concrete: If you like to run, use a high quality treadmill. If you run outside, look for a track or at least run on asphalt, which has a bit more give than concrete. Running on concrete is tough on your ankles and knees, and jarring for your back. Consider lower impact cardio options like swimming or indoor cycling classes.

If you suffer from back pain, it's extremely important to add stretching and safe, low impact cardio exercise to your regimen. Be careful to avoid exercises that can potentially worsen your condition or cause a relapse. Remember, a little preventive maintenance and common sense goes a long way!

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