To alleviate and prevent lower back pain , avoid prolonged sitting, heavy lifting, twisting movements and poor posture
Includes regular low impact exercise, proper lifting techniques, maintaining a healthy weight and practising good sleep habits
What to include:
Regular exercise
Low impact like walking, cycling, swimming
Strengthening exercises:
Strength core muscle and hip muscle to support spine
Stretching:
Regular stretch muscle in the lower back and hamstrings to improve flexibility and reduce pain
Maintaining healthy weight:
Excess weight puts extra strain on spine
Good sleep habits :
Sleep on supportive mattress and in a position that minimise strain on your back
Anti inflammatory diet:
Includes in diet fruits, vegetables, omega rich and turmeric, ginger and garlic
Physical therapy:
Seek professional guidance
Massage:
Massage can help relax muscle and relieve tension
Yoga :
Can improve flexibility, strength and balance
What to avoid:
Prolonged sitting
Poor posture
Heavy lifting
Twisting movements
Overexertion
Sleep on stomach
Smoking
High impact exercise
Certain foods:
Processed foods, sugary drinks and red meat
Unsupportive shoes and mattresses
Answered2025-04-12 06:54:38
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