We have all passed through an ache at some point in our lifetime, whether it be headache, toothache, stomachache, backache or some other ache. Of these, researchers say, roughly 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Backaches have been haunting housewives, working men and women, teenage children and the elderly alike. While some may complain of a milder back pain, others have acute problems wherein they find it difficult to even help themselves get up from the bed.
Oh, why is my back paining?
So, what essentially is the cause for backaches to occur in the first place? Researchers attribute the cause for this pressing problem to various factors including:
- Sedentary living habits,
- Work patterns including physical multitasking,
- Emotional stress, work pressures
- Muscular tension and straining of the joints,
- Poor posture,
- Weakness due to improper eating habits
- Lack of exercise.
- Too high-heeled shoes
- Lifting heavy weights
Also as the back bears the weight of the entire body, overweight persons feel the strain on the back when they have to carry an extra load. But acute or chronic illnesses like kidney or prostate problems, female disorders, Influenza, and arthritis, may also lead to backaches.
What's your job type?
If your work involves sitting at one place for long hours, chances of backaches become frequent due to the strain associated with it.
Here, we give you a list of some of the most recommended exercises that can help in keeping your back fit and fine always. But this can be possible only if you religiously do it and follow the right method. Also, regular meals and a peaceful mind will also contribute in relieving the stress faced by your spinal cord!
Here we go
- Pelvic Tilt (helps in making abdominal muscles stronger)
Lie on your back, legs bent, with feet flat on the floor, arms to your sides. Push your lower back against the floor and your hips will tilt up. Remain in this position for a short while. This will provide sturdiness and fitness to your abdominal muscles.
- Knees to chest (stretches hip, buttock and low back muscles)
Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat, and arms to your sides. First you can raise one knee to your chest, and then the other, holding them with your hands as shown (or just inside your knee). Bring legs down one at a time and rest. Repeat. This would bring in movement and flexibility to your lower back portion thereby making it agile.
- Upward bending (Stretches back, abdominal and leg muscles)
Crouch on hands and knees. Bring chin in to chest, and curve your back upwards. Gradually sit back on your heels, bringing shoulders down to floor. Hold. This would relieve the back muscles of excess stress and strain.
