Ways To Prevent Back Pain
Back pain affects about 8 out of 10 people. But there are many steps you can take to
avoid it. One of the best things you can do to prevent back pain is to exercise regularly
and keep your back and abdominal muscles strong.
Here are some quick pointers to prevent back problems:
* Always stretch before any strenuous physical activity (in fact it would be wise to
engage in a regular stretching program like active isolated stretching)
* Don’t slouch when standing or sitting
* Sit in chairs or car seats with good lumbar support
* Switch sitting positions often and periodically walk around or gently stretch muscles
to relieve tension
* Don’t bend over without supporting your back
* Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes
* Sleep on your side to reduce any curve in your spine, and always sleep on a firm
surface
* Lift with your legs, keeping your back straight
* Try to control your weight
* If you smoke, quit; smoking reduces blood flow to the lower spine and causes the
spinal discs to degenerate
Also, to keep your spine strong, as with all bones, you need to get enough vitamin D
every day.
Sources:
Live Science March 16, 2010
Back pain affects about 8 out of 10 people. But there are many steps you can take to
avoid it. One of the best things you can do to prevent back pain is to exercise regularly
and keep your back and abdominal muscles strong.
Here are some quick pointers to prevent back problems:
* Always stretch before any strenuous physical activity (in fact it would be wise to
engage in a regular stretching program like active isolated stretching)
* Don’t slouch when standing or sitting
* Sit in chairs or car seats with good lumbar support
* Switch sitting positions often and periodically walk around or gently stretch muscles
to relieve tension
* Don’t bend over without supporting your back
* Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes
* Sleep on your side to reduce any curve in your spine, and always sleep on a firm
surface
* Lift with your legs, keeping your back straight
* Try to control your weight
* If you smoke, quit; smoking reduces blood flow to the lower spine and causes the
spinal discs to degenerate
Also, to keep your spine strong, as with all bones, you need to get enough vitamin D
every day.
Sources:
Live Science March 16, 2010
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