Question 1

best exercise for lower back (lumbar) pain relief?

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There are many: There is no one magic exercise for low back pain relief. Step one is to know the cause. A muscular strain should respond to slow, controlled stretches-back, hip and leg. Overall, i would recommend yoga.

Question 2

what is the best exercise for moderate mid lumbar dextroconvex scoliosis?

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Scoliosis: Jack, at this age, unfortunately the bones cannot be molded and the spine would retain its shape. However, you can halt the process by maintaining proper posture while standing and sitting. Swimming will help significantly as there is no gravitational effect while you are at least neck deep in water. Just walking in water that deep will benefit you a lot. Avoid prolonged sitting or slouching

Question 3

what's the best exercise(s) for lower back pain?

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"Superman" exercises: Back injuries should always be checked by your doctor, especially if chronic or if one experiences symptoms down the legs. The superman exercise is ideal for strengthening the back muscles. Lie on your stomach, arms outstretched in front; lift the rt. Arm/shoulder and left leg/hip off the floor for 5 seconds, then repeat on the opposite side, do 12 sets, twice a day. See my back pain healthguide.

Question 4

what are the best exercises to strengthen upper and lower back/neck pain?

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Extension: Neck&back pain can result from repeated flexed postures-examples of this are texting, writing eating.We are frequently in this forward bending position.This can result in disc herniations leading to pain.Repeated extension exercises can help reverse this and strengthen the back. I recommend the book "treat your own back"  by r. Mckenzie.  Yoga also improves strength and flexibility of the spine.

Question 5

what are the best exercises to strengthen my lower back?

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Deadlifts: Along with squats, back extensions, and core strengthening exercises.

Question 6

what are the best exercises for herniated discs in lower back (l4&l5). injury is 5 years old and i am 25.

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PT evaluation: Would recommend formal physical therapy evaluation.  For acute pain, NSAIDs combined with tylenol (acetaminophen) may be helpful.  Some patients have anecdotally reported that inversion tables are helpful.  However, before you get one, make sure you do not have cardiovascular and stroke risks.

Question 7

extreme neck pain for three days. now i only have mild neck pain slightly sore in the lower back with shortness of breath. i did 5 pull-ups and my heart started beating hard ( not usual for me during exercise) is there something i should worry about?

Accepted Answer

See details : It is an unconditional response of your body it you do not have the habit of doing push-ups

Better to be examined by your PCP

Question 8

best exercises to prevent lower back injury while weight training?

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Work with a trainer: There are no specific exercises that will prevent a lower back injury.  If you are doing an aggressive program, it is best to work with a trainer or have your program directed by a physical therapist, professionals who are trained to monitor muscle usage and strain.  In general, temper your weight program with stretching and flexibility activities and monitor muscle tightness and spasm.

Question 9

run,swim,cycling,what is the best exercise for lower back pain and sciatica?and what is the best time to start,while in pain or after?

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After: Recommend getting the pain under control, if not resolved prior to starting to exercise.  Sometimes exercise can make the pain worse while you have it.  I definitely would work on core strengthening, stomach, back, hips, glutes and stretching of the hamstrings as this will help prevent recurrence.  Then, slowly get back to aerobic activity, lower impact is better and progress as tolerated.

Question 10

i have had three lower lumbar surgeries and one of them was a fusion. it seems like every 2, 3 years my. back starts hurting bad again. why is this?

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Exercises : I do not know the level of your fusion or the # of motion segments involved. But following three spinal operations in the same area will result in scar tissue formation that may account for some of your pain. Lack of core muscle strength may also contribute. The development of adjacent disc disease above or below the fusion may be the cause. You should see a spinal surgeon.

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