Low Back Pain Explained in 2 minutes!
Low Back pain is a Pain!
More than 80% of adults will experience low back pains at least once in their lifetime.
It affects more than 3 million people/year in the US, is the most common cause of job-related disability and is a leading contributor to missed work days.
It’s Main causes are: Inactive Lifestyle, Poor posture, Injuries, Smoking and Obesity
How can I Prevent back pains?
Regular low impact Exercises like walking and swimming
Back Stretching and lengthening exercise
Core muscle Exercises
Healthy lifestyle and Weight
Good sitting and standing Posture
Avoid smoke as it causes Spine Aging
When should I get worried about my lower back pains?
If caused by severe Injury or Accident
Pain Radiating to lower extremities or causing Limitations of movement
Lasting more than 3 months
Associated with Systemic Symptoms like fevers and weight loss
Do I need Surgery for my back pains?
Most of back pains are relieved with Rest, Ice/ Heat packs. Stretching exercises and over the counter Pain killers
More severe cases may require Physical Therapy, Epidural Injections or Spine Surgery.
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