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

How To Fix Lumbar Hyperlordosis (Excessively Arched Low Back)

By: , Last Updated: March 5, 2020

Some Lordosis (low back curve) is normal and we all have it.

Hyperlordosis however, is an excessive low back arch that if not properly addressed could cause chronic low back pain and discomfort. [Read more…] about How To Fix Lumbar Hyperlordosis (Excessively Arched Low Back)

Sacroiliac Joint Exercises For Pain Relief (SI Joint)

By: , Last Updated: May 20, 2020, Reviewed By: Dr. David Oliver, DC

If you’ve ever suffered with Sacroiliac (SI) Joint pain, you know just how debilitating it can be – it can make simple, every day tasks such as rolling over in bed, or getting in and out of your car difficult, and can seriously affect your quality of life.

Luckily, with the right sacroiliac joint exercises (below) you can get relief. [Read more…] about Sacroiliac Joint Exercises For Pain Relief (SI Joint)

5 Sciatica Exercises For Pain Relief (With Pictures)

By: and Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC, Last Updated: March 10, 2020, Reviewed By: Dr. David Oliver, DC

Sciatica is low back pain that normally radiates into the butt, back of the hip, and down the back of the leg to the foot.

Most times sciatica affects only one side of the body (unilaterally), but it can affect both legs, depending on the cause.[1]

The good news is that doing simple sciatica exercises can help relieve your pain.

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Co Authors :

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie graduated from Brock University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours). She then attended D’Youville College, in Buffalo, New York and obtained her Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree in 2008. After graduating, Dr. McQuilkie practiced in a multi-disciplinary healthcare facility based in Hamilton, Ontario gaining experience treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries.

Bulging Disc Treatment In Lower Back – 5 DYI Exercises

By: and Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: May 11, 2020, Reviewed By: Dr. David Oliver, DC

Before we dive into some natural Bulging disc exercises you can do for treatment, let’s explain exactly what a disc bulge is and the main causes. [Read more…] about Bulging Disc Treatment In Lower Back – 5 DYI Exercises

Co Authors :

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.

6 Exercises to strengthen lower back and core muscles

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

If you suffer from lower back pain, you’re not alone – nearly 80% of adults experience low-back pain at some point in their lives.[1]

Some of the most common causes for low back pain include: pulling a muscle in the low back, overuse, poor posture, improper lifting technique and excessive sitting. [Read more…] about 6 Exercises to strengthen lower back and core muscles