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Lower back pain is the most common musculoskeletal ailment. Nearly everyone at some point has back pain that interferes with their daily routine, such as work, recreation or activities. Much of this is a result of our behaviors in modern-day society. The majority of us spend too much time sitting with poor posture at inadequately… Continue Reading Top Tips To Exercise Away Lower Back Pain
Dr. Stuart Weinstein says it’s not uncommon to see a senior citizen in his exam room who has been suffering much too long with severe back pain. “Sometimes seniors don’t want to accept back pain just because they’re just getting older,” says Weinstein, a clinical professor at the University of Washington’s Department of Rehabilitative Medicine.… Continue Reading Proper Exercise and Early Diagnosis Can Alleviate Back Pain
Never mind the feeling of being more stuffed than the Christmas turkey, there are other hidden dangers lurking around the Christmas tree. Turkey Lifters Back, Shoppers Shoulder, TV Remote Thumb may not be well known but they stalk the unwary festival reveler just the same.
In many parts of the country, raking leaves is a necessity during the fall months. Both for those unaccustomed to physical activity and regular exercisers, the dynamics of raking can lead to strain and injury to the back, shoulders, and wrists, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). The U.S. Consumer Product Safety… Continue Reading Top 10 Tips for Raking Leaves with Back Pain
Stretching properly and sufficiently is an important part of any exercise program. Many injuries or reinjuries happen during exercise because the muscle is not at it proper length. Before your muscles can do fast or heavy work, they need to be warmed up. If your muscles have not been active, they become small and weak… Continue Reading Stretching For A More Flexible You