In my years as a fitness professional, I have seen countless people complaining about back pain. It is becoming increasingly common. However, it is not something to be taken lightly. The aching sensation may radiate down to the back of the thigh, in some cases to the calves and even the feet! Most of us cope with the agony silently and do nothing about it. Lower back pain can be an acute issue lasting 3 to 4 weeks or a chronic issue lasting more than 12 weeks. In both the cases, one must understand the seriousness of this issue, it can potentially be life-changing.
In my many years as a fitness professional, I have seen countless people complaining about back pain, not just the old, even the young. It is becoming increasingly common. However, it is not something to be taken lightly. The aching sensation may radiate down to the back of the thigh, in some cases to the calves and even the feet! Most of us cope with the agony silently and do nothing about it. Lower back pain can be an acute issue lasting 3 to 4 weeks or a chronic issue lasting more than 12 weeks. In both the cases, one must understand the seriousness of this issue, it can potentially be life-changing.
Common causes of lower back pain
Poor posture: A recipe for agony
Stooped or bent posture can cause a lot of damage. Many of us stand and sit with poor posture. If this is corrected your back pain will alleviate a great deal. Additionally, Habitual bad posture can cause enough damage to the structure and the musculature involved around the spine. The reason why older people have a bent posture is not because they are getting older but primarily because of poor posture, this holds true among youngsters as well.
Incorrect lifting techniques: Stop hurting your body
How many of us ensure our back is straight when we lift objects? The answer is very few. Those who lift weight especially with rounded backs are at even bigger risks of back injuries. The pressure on the intervertebral discs are much higher when heavy objects are lifted with a bent back.
Prolonged sitting: Amplifies the suffering
Those who have long sitting jobs, sitting in airports, cars, offices, in front of their laptop on recumbent chairs tend to suffer from back ache. Sitting posture is critical for people of all ages especially if you are already in pain.
Over training: Unnecessary Strain
Exercise enthusiasts, in pursuit of the ultimate body, tend to do many exercises which are orthopedically unsafe and frankly unnecessary, they should consult a professional and switch to better movements immediately.
Car seating: No Support
Many cars do not give adequate lumbar support. Bad seating can cause strains to the bones, muscles, ligaments and discs of the back.
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