Prevention of Low Back Pain - 7 Facts
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) spokesperson reports that there are.jpg)
some ways to help prevent low back pain and protect your spine. Prevention tips from the AANS:
- Maintain a healthy body weight.
- If you smoke, quit. Smoking and extra weight can not only damage the spine, but are factors that can negatively impact spine surgery.
- Maintain proper posture while sitting, standing and walking.
- Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injury. Bend your knees when picking up and lowering the object, keep a straight back, and do not twist. Do not lift heavy objects that are beyond your strength ability.
- Make sure your mattress and bed pillow support your neck and back.
- Do exercises that stretch and strengthen the muscles of your abdomen and spine. Strong back and abdominal muscles can help you maintain good posture and keep your spine in its correct position.
- If you suffer from persistent, chronic, or recurring back pain, consult your doctor. In most cases there is a conservative, nonsurgical treatment that can resolve the pain. However, if left untreated or allowed to progress, back pain may lead to serious and severe disability.
The Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine recommends an excercise machine designed specifically for back muscles as a solution. Such exercises can only help reduce pain and disabilities caused by back pain. He recommends those who suffer severe hurt begin with stretches on the ground with low to medium effort.
