Author: Irene Pastore

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Low Back Pain After 50: Essential Tips for Safe Lifting and Back Health

October 22, 2024

Improper Lifting and Low Back Pain

Muscle strains and low back disc herniation can occur from improper postural lifting techniques or lifting a load that is too heavy. Learn the correct ways to lift in order to protect your low back from pain and injury.

Ergonomics – Proper Lifting Techniques Guide

Use this illustrated guide from Pennsylvania State University to prevent back and lifting-related injuries. These guidelines should be used when lifting or moving any loads, both at work and at home. Click here to read the Guide.

Back Health Guide

An illustrated guide from the National Institutes of Health. This guide will help you to prevent back injury by understanding Good Posture and Lifting With Proper Posture. Click here to read the Guide.

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Sedentary Lifestyle: A Major Cause of Low Back Pain

October 21, 2024

Sedentary Lifestyle and Low Back Ache

A person is considered sedentary if they’re getting little or no physical activity and spend most of their day sitting for long periods of time.

A sedentary lifestyle is a risk factor for cancer, diabetes , obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and cardiovascular disease.

How Does Sedentary Living Cause Low Back Pain

Lack of exercise can cause weight gain, which in turn increases pressure on the low back. Prolonged periods of sitting also increases pressure on the discs of the lower spine. Both conditions increase your chances of developing chronic low back pain .

How To Remedy Sedentary Living

  • Begin a low impact exercise program such as walking, swimming, or stationary bike.
  • Stretch everyday
  • Start a weight management program
  • Improve your sitting and standing posture

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Low Back Pain After 50: Excess Weight and Osteoarthritis

October 18, 2024

Low Back Pain Series: Causes, Prevention and Remedies

Excess Weight and Low Back Ache

Being overweight puts excess pressure and strain on the lumbar spine, your hips and knees.

The more weight you carry the greater the chances of developing low back pain. Carrying too much weight wears down cartilage in the lower spine, knees and hips. Osteoarthritis occurs when joint cartilage deteriorates. It is a gradual painful condition.

Remedy

If low back pain or stiffness doesn’t go away, the best bet is to see your doctor to get a proper medical diagnosis.

Unfortunately osteoarthritis cannot be reversed. Your doctor can help you manage symptoms and possibly slow the progression. If you’re overweight, a program of weight management will most likely be prescribed. Reducing joint stress may reduce pain, prevent more injury and improve mobility.

Symptoms of Osteoarthritis

  • Stiffness
  • Loss of flexibility
  • Low back pain
  • A grinding sensation during movement
  • Low back tenderness
  • Low back swelling

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Low Back Pain After 50: The Impact of Prolonged Sitting

October 17, 2024

Low Back Pain Series: Causes, Prevention and Remedies

What Happens When You Sit Too Much?

When you sit for long periods of time, it strains your back muscles and puts pressure on the discs of your lower spine. Excessive sitting can make low back pain worse.

Sitting for extended periods of time can also tighten your hip flexors and hamstrings.

Take A Stretch Break

As a preventive measure against stiffness and pain, break up long periods of sitting by getting up from your chair to stretch and move.

Watch The Video About Sitting

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