The low back is made up of five vertebrae, L1 to L5. Pain in the low back is common, specifically because of all the sitting…
Reaching, twisting, walking, and driving are everyday activities that require upper and lower back strength. An aching back can easily affect daily activities, generate frustration,…
Back pain usually comes from lifting an object the wrong way or awkwardly moving the body, injuring the spinal structures or muscles. However, sometimes it…
Kettlebell training for the back muscles and back pain prevention can be part of a recommended treatment plan. When experiencing low back pain, many sports…
Most individuals don’t think about how they walk or whether they are walking with the correct posture. Knowing how to walk with the proper technique…
We see it on all types of athletes nowadays. They are wearing tape that looks like it’s for an injury. It is for injuries, but…
Posture exercises: It is easy to get into the bad habit of poor/improper posture, especially at work where an individual gets into a groove and…
Managing rheumatoid arthritis is an ongoing balancing act. Despite following the rheumatologist’s lifestyle instructions, proper medication use, and a well-maintained RA plan, flare-ups can still…
Chiropractic treatment/care is a recommended pain relief option for musculoskeletal automobile, sports, personal – injuries, strains, sprains, pain, and rehabilitation. An initial chiropractic examination is…
Relaxing the low back muscles. The low back supports the weight of the upper body and provides mobility. The lumbar spine/low back is a complex…
High school football takes a toll on the body. The sport can cause all kinds of injuries that can range from mild – severe. Areas…
Going camping for an extended weekend can be exciting and fearful for individuals with back pain. Being in nature is exhilarating, setting up tents with…
Triathlon training involves running, biking, and swimming. This much fitness training takes a toll on the body. Pulled hamstrings, twisted ankles, and sore heels are…
Recent studies have begun to show that back pain apps can enhance the body’s recovery when combined with conservative treatments and physical activity/exercise. Low back…
Around a half-million high school students in the U.S. play volleyball. Whether the parent of a volleyball player or part of a recreational league, the…
It is estimated that every adult will experience some form of back pain at least once in their lives. There’s a difference between mechanical and…
The latissimus dorsi or lats are the large flat muscles on each side covering the width of the middle and lower back. They connect the…