Often low back pain is caused by lifestyle choices like sitting too long, lack of consistent exercise, or bending and lifting improperly rather than any specific pathology.[1] [Read more…] about Is Walking Good For Lower Back Pain?
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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Dead Bug Core Exercise – 3 Progressions
Research shows that strengthening the core can help alleviate back pain. In this video, we will go over Dr. Oliver’s favorite core exercise that he uses with all of his patients. [Read more…] about Dead Bug Core Exercise – 3 Progressions
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)
4 Office Posture Exercises
We all know that sitting is not the best for us, especially when working for long periods of time. Prolonged sitting can lead to backaches, neck aches, shoulder pain, and hip pain, just to name a few. There are also a myriad of health problems that can be caused by not moving throughout our day. [Read more…] about 4 Office Posture Exercises