People often spend a lot of time researching what to do aboutlower back pain.
That can be useful.
This article covers 10 things to have a go at stop doing when you have lower back pain.
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Stop Slouching
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First and foremost,stop slouching.
One of the mostcommon cause of low back painis poor sitting posture.
Also be sure yourworkspace is set up properlyat home and at work.
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Stop Repetitive Bending
Another common cause of low back pain is frequent forward bending.
Limit your forward bending whenever possible.
Be sure to performlow back exercisesthat focus on backward bending to help offset any repetitive forward bending.
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(Many states allowdirect access to physical therapy.)
Back pain can limit your ability to move comfortably and can prevent you from enjoying your normal recreational activities.
Check in with your healthcare provider to get back to your normal lifestyle quickly and safely.
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Stop Looking for a Specific Diagnosis
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Stop focusing on a specific diagnosis.
Most research indicates that active self-care exercise and postural correction are effective remedies for low back pain.
A visit to your physical therapist can help determine which exercises are best for your specific condition.
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In fact, most low back pain is short-lived and can be managed quite effectively with exercise andpostural correction.
Some studies indicate that smoking can also increase your chance of having lower back pain.
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