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Basic Back Care

Basic Back Care
Besides maintaining a healthy weight, one of the most important steps you can take to reduce the risk for back pain is to perform a stretching/flexibility workout every morning. Here are some other tips for back care.
Back Basics: A Healthy Spine
A healthy spine supports the body while letting it move freely. It does this with the help of three natural curves. Strong, flexible muscles help, too. They support the spine by keeping its curves properly aligned.
Caring for Your Back Throughout the Day
To take care of your back, try to warm up before you move and shift positions often.
Help Your Back Work for You
Your back is important to almost every move you make, but you probably won't realize that until you hurt it.

Back Safety

Back Safety: Basics of Good Posture
Your body works best when it's properly aligned. Aim for good posture throughout the day.
Back Safety: Standing
Good posture decreases back pain by reducing strain on your muscles.Good posture decreases back pain by reducing strain on your muscles. Remember to check your posture, using the self-help tips below, every time you move or adjust position.
Back Safety: Sitting
Sitting can strain your back if you don't do it right. Learn the right moves to protect your back.
Back Safety: Bending
Here are tips on how to move safely and protect your back when you need to bend.

Back Conditions

Causes of Lumbar (Low Back) Pain
Low back pain can be caused by problems with any part of the lumbar spine.Low back pain can be caused by problems with any part of the lumbar spine. A disk can herniate (push out) and press on a nerve. Vertebrae can rub against each other or slip out of place. This can irritate facet joints and nerves. It can also lead to stenosis, a narrowing of the spinal canal or foramen.
Cervical Spine Problems
Your neck needs to be strong to hold up your head, which may weigh 10 pounds or more.
Common Spine and Disk Problems
The most common back problems occur when disks tear, bulge or rupture. This can lead to pain, stiffness, and other symptoms.
Understanding Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a problem that makes the spine curve and twist from side to side. It is most often found in girls in their early teens. But boys can have it, too.
How to Recover From a Back Injury
Back pain is something you don't want to repeat. Recovering properly from a back injury and taking preventive measures can help you reduce your risk of going through it again.
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