The low back is an area almost everyone will have a problem with at some point in their life. It is made up of small bones stacked one on top of another, separated by a disk, that create tiny joints that stack on top of one another that all add up to produce the movement that allows us to bend forward, side to side, and twist and turn. In between those joints is a nerve that leaves the low back and supplies areas of the buttock, leg and in to the foot. It is then surrounded by a great deal of muscles from the back and core. The low back is a very common area of injury or pain. However, many times it is not the low back structures themselves that are the problem, but rather mobility and strength issues from the hips or other surrounding areas.
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Treat Your Own Low Back Pain: A Guide to Self-Assessment and Management
August 7, 2024
Low back pain is a common issue affecting many individuals. Identifying whether your pain is mechanical (related to movement) or non-mechanical is crucial for knowing how to proceed and effective self-management. This guide will help you understand your back pain, assess its nature, and provide practical steps for relief. Understanding Mechanical vs. Non-Mechanical Back Pain
The Real Culprit Behind Your Back Pain
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Introduction Low back pain is a common problem that many people experience at some point in their lives. When it strikes, it’s easy to assume that the pain originates in the lower back itself. However, the truth is a bit more complicated. Sometimes, the root causes of low back pain can be traced to areas
Lifting Techniques Refresher
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By Jordan Hove PT, DPT Taking out boxes of holiday decorations, hauling packages to and from the car, reaching items on the higher shelves at the back of your closet … the holiday season certainly requires its fair share of bending, lifting and reaching. This, coupled with the cooler weather, makes now the ideal time
Low Back Stretch & Strengthen
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