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Back allignment
I am an IT professional. I am also into fitness. Love working out. In process I think I have a very stiff back and need help in allignment or stretching. Cryotherapy is also very good for recovery. Can you help in my recovery process ?
Hiya mate...
Sounds a lot like my athletes in whom we correct imbalances, both unilateral (strength - VMO-VLO) and bilateral, not to mention in different planes.
Looks a straight-forward case but I'd refrain from suggesting corrective measures, without an examination - lest we want to worsen the condition.
Cheers...
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Need to get yourself examined - preferably by a sports medicine doc (not an orthopod!) or a strength and conditioning coach (not a personal trainer!).
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Cryotherapy (ice bath, a-la CrossFit!) isn't always a great tool...for recovery. Much of its benefits are due to the placebo effect.
You'd need to look at what you eating as well. Nothing helps recovery better than the right kind of nutrition (geared towards your fitness goals!) and of course, rest.
Plus, you need to look at your exercise regimen as well.. Doing 'volume work' all year around is a sure recipe for overtraining, fatigue, and increased risk of inquiry potential. You need to be especially wary if you are an athlete and are in season plus indulging in resistance training... if you don't refuel properly, you stand to lose a lot.
Hope that helps!
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Hello, Sir
I can certainly understand your concern
I have worked through your query in detail
Cryotherapy is still in its initial stages.Whole Body Cryotherapy(WBC) for applied for losing weight, reducing pain, improving athletic performance, slowing aging and improving sleep.
However, this relatively new treatment has not been vetted by any reputable medical organization.
Instead, I advise you to go for the following exercise in order to improve your stiffed back.
The lying lower back stretch is a great stretch for this area of your back. Use your hands to pull your knees in and up to your chest. Don't worry if your lower back comes off the floor. Hold your position at the top for a good 15 to 30 seconds, then release.
Please consult with your personal coach with reference to above.
Post your further questions if any
Thank you
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Practice the recommended exercise
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Avoid overexertion on spine
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