Low Back Pain Relief - Self Treatment

Learn about common low back pain conditions and self treatment technqiues.

7 Stretches for Lower Back Pain

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: January 14, 2021, Reviewed By: Dr. David Oliver, DC

Lower back pain is a worldwide epidemic that is responsible for work absence, disability, pain and limitation of regular daily activities.[1]

While there is no consensus on the best treatment method, there is evidence showing that Stretching and Exercise can be utilized to manage lower back pain.[1][2] [Read more…] about 7 Stretches for Lower Back Pain

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

As a long time back sufferer Leon found unique methods to alleviate his pain using natural methods including self massage, exercise/stretching and postural habits. He founded Backintelligence.com to empower others to fix their postures and ease their back pain from home.

3 Exercises To Avoid For Back Pain

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: November 25, 2020, Reviewed By: Dr. David Oliver, DC

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

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

Is Walking Good For Lower Back Pain?

By: Courtney Livingston, PT, DPT and Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: November 25, 2020

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?

Courtney Livingston, PT, DPT

Dr. Courtney Livingston is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She graduated from the MGH Institute of Health Professions and is currently working as an orthopedic physical therapist in the Dance Medicine Program at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital outside of Boston, Massachusetts. She treats all ages and backgrounds and particularly enjoys working with Salsa, Bachata and Ballroom dancers.

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Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

3 Ways To Stretch Hamstrings (Without Ruining Your Back)

By: Dr. David Oliver, DC, Last Updated: September 2, 2020

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)

Dr. David Oliver, DC

Dr. Oliver has been practicing in Massachusetts since 2007. He is a graduate of Marist College where he received a Pre-Med Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. Oliver then went on to pursue his chiropractic career by attending Palmer College of Chiropractic West, where he graduated Cum Laude. Dr. Oliver has his diploma in rehabilitation, which allows him to combine rehab and corrective exercise with traditional chiropractic treatment. This gives his patients better long term results.

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True Sciatica VS Piriformis Syndrome

By: Dr. David Oliver, DC, Last Updated: March 5, 2020

Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome have identical symptoms that run down the back of leg (sometimes all the way down to the foot) and can cause sharp pain, tingling, numbness and more. [Read more…] about True Sciatica VS Piriformis Syndrome

Dr. David Oliver, DC