There is a relationship between moderate exercise and low back pain. Less time being a couch potato means less low back pain. Walking decreased the occurrence of back pain. In a study of adults who engaged in regular, low to moderate exercise, such as walking, significant differences were noted when these people were compared to those with a more sedentary lifestyle. The group of patients who exercised, had improved mood, reduced need for physical therapy, and used less pain medication. They also tended to have less work disability.
The classic two weeks of bed rest for low back pain is truly passe. It can be argued that those two weeks of bed rest actually increase your chances of having more back pain. Except in cases of large herniated discs with nerve impingement, we now tell everyone to move.
It is important to stay active. Walking, working out with an exercise ball, and yoga are some of the best ways to keep you pain free.
You don't need a gym membership, just some comfortable shoes or a simple ball or a foam roll.
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