Tip 1: Let us do sports and exercise regularly
In the first part of our series we try to answer the question why and how regular exercise helps us prevent low back pain. Let us review how sports and exercises help us prevent and end back issues.
Below are 7 reasons explaining why regular sports activity is beneficial for our spine/low back region:
- The metabolism in the spinal discs improves, which slows down degenerative processes in the intervertebral discs
- Core muscles become stronger, their supportive and stabilising functions improve
- Harmful inflammatory metabolic substances „get washed out” from the paravertebral muscles and soft tissue, which then can support regenerative processes
- The spine’s range of motion expands, the pelvic and tibial muscles are relaxed which reduces the vulnerability of the low back region and the frequency of back problems
- Exercises release a substance called endorphin which are excellent pain killers and significantly improve our mood
- Aerobic exercises help us maintain a healthy weight, and this reduces the load on the spine
- According to the most recent research results, poor fitness makes us more prone to chronic low-back pain.
So regular sports and exercises are beneficial for the spine. Of course, we should choose a form of exercise that is right for us.
If you feel you need help, please contact us with confidence at any of our contact details: the experts of the Doctorfit Spine Clinic will be happy to assist you in finding the form of exercise best suited to your needs.