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Find out how flexible you areEven though exercise can be important for relieving back pain, sometimes it can make it worse, not better. On this page we explore how to tailor your exercise regime to be gentler on your back, and how to relieve back pain that is caused by exercise.
If you often suffer from back pain you may find that exercise makes it worse, which makes it easy to simply avoid exercising altogether. Some people also find that their back pain only occurs when they exercise. In most cases a small amount of exercise is exactly what you need to stretch and strengthen the back and reduce back pain so it's important you find a way to exercise without causing pain.
When people experience heightened back pain as a result of exercise, it is usually because they are doing the wrong types of exercise or simply over-exercising. We advise on how to adjust your exercise regime to be a bit gentler on your back, and give some tips on how to relieve back ache caused by exercise.
If you are experiencing back pain or know that you are prone to back pain, here is some advice about what forms of exercise you should and shouldn’t do:
What’s important to remember is that your body’s response to exercise is a good indicator of whether it is helping or not, so listen to it! If jogging is causing you excruciating pain, then stop. If it makes your back feel better, don’t stop just because I suggested it might not be good for you! You might need to try a few things before you find something that works for you.
If the above tips are too late for you and you’re already sofa-bound with an aching back, here are some tips to help relieve your back pain:
If your back pain is severe, make an appointment to see your GP or physiotherapist as they will be able to determine the cause of your pain: it may be a case of bad posture, a slightly misaligned spine, a slipped disc or simply over-exercising. It’s always best to get it checked out to be sure.
For more information on back pain, the different types, causes and treatments, head over to A.Vogel Talks Back pain. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask Earle using our Q&A service.
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