Leon shares 3 exercises that can make back pain worse. Unfortunately, these exercises are very popular in gyms, as well as at home, but the problem is that they can exacerbate existing back issues, as well as cause new issues. It’s best you avoid these to save your back. [Read more…] about 3 Exercises To Avoid For Back Pain
Back Pain Relief (General)
Learn about common back pain relief techniques including: Exercises, Stretches, and Self massage.
5 Takeaways from the Economist – on Chronic Back Pain
In this video, Leon discusses the 5 key takeaways from the Economist briefing on chronic back pain. Many of these points are aligned with the evidence we post regularly on this website.
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3 Ways To Stretch Hamstrings (Without Ruining Your Back)
Hamstring tightness is very common. The sensation of “tight hamstrings” can lead to low back pain, postural dysfunctions, as well as general pain.
In the video below, Dr. David Oliver, DC will go over 3 ways to stretch your hamstrings in an effective and safe way. [Read more…] about 3 Ways To Stretch Hamstrings (Without Ruining Your Back)
Dropped Head Syndrome Treatment
Dropped head syndrome (DHS) is known as a “chin on chest” deformity. It is a rare condition that is due to the gradual weakening of the muscles in the back of the neck, called “Neck Extensors”.[1][2][3] [Read more…] about Dropped Head Syndrome Treatment
Ankylosing Spondylitis Treatment & Exercises
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic auto-immune disease and it may occur in 0.01% to 1.8% of the population.
AS is an inflammatory arthritis that is part of a group of conditions called spondyloarthritis.[1][2]
Primary sites of pain and inflammation in Ankylosing spondylitis are the Sacroiliac Joints (SI) and the Spine itself. Also, peripheral joints can be affected, as well as organs such as the eyes, heart, and lungs.[2] [Read more…] about Ankylosing Spondylitis Treatment & Exercises