Stretching and strengthening are key to preventing back pain.
Stretch Often. Doing the same thing every day can leave your muscles fatigued and more apt to strain. Stretch regularly to help improve circulation in those muscles and lower the risk of back pain and damage.
Increase Your Calcium & Vitamin D. Strong bones can help prevent osteoporosis. It’s one of the most common causes of back pain later in life, particularly for women. Keep the bones in your spine are strong by consuming plenty of calcium and vitamin D
Wear custom orthotics. The body assessment image shows how imbalances in the feet can lead to knee rotation, pelvic tilt, and shoulder drop. These imbalances in the body can be caused by pronation and supination of the foot. These instabilities can lead to conditions such as plantar fasciitis, knee pain, hip pain, back pain, and neck pain.
A properly aligned body will have symmetrical feet, level knees, pelvis, and shoulders. Wearing Custom Orthotics may help alleviate imbalances and conditions caused by those imbalances.
Strengthen The Lower Back. Doing exercises to strengthen the lower back can help alleviate and prevent lower back pain. It can also strengthen the core, leg, and arm muscles. (always consult your physio for proper evaluation and exercise plan)
If you have chronic back pain, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I have treated thousands of my patients with successful results over the last 20 years of my physio services.
Lower Back Stretch Version
Lie on your back, with your legs bent. Grasp behind your knees, pull them closer to your chest and let your lower back round.
Hold the position, while breathing smoothly.
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At Don Kelly Physiotherapy and Acupuncture, we are confident that anyone who walks through our doors can be helped with our care and commitment to your recovery.
