A sedentary lifestyle with irregular physical activity is leading to increase in back and neck related pain among young people. A recent consumer research, conducted on behalf of the British Chiropractic Association (BCA), reveals that 65 percent of people in the age bracket of 16 to 34 have experienced neck or back pain, and almost…
When your back hurts, all you probably want to do is curl up in bed or on the couch and rest, waiting for the pain to end and the healing to proceed. But if you really want to help your back muscles get stronger and minimize your back pain, one of the most effective treatments…
As our workspaces become more confined to sitting at computers in desk chairs, our health is suffering with crippling musculoskeletal problems that can occur as a result of inactivity and poor posture. It is no surprise that sitting all day can lead to obesity and other related health problems, but even with frequent standing and…
If you run, it’s not unusual to experience back pain at some point. This pain can be caused by tense upper back muscles and shoulders, weak abs, tight hamstrings and hips, or a combination. You’ll be amazed at how a regular stretching routine can help! Sleep better and tie your shoes with ease by going…
Approximately 75% of women who are pregnant will experience back pain at some point before their baby arrives. Inevitable weight gain and change in body shape combined with ligament laxity can lead to prenatal back pain. Gentle stretching and strengthening exercises to target the back, leg and abdominal muscles can help prevent or ease pain.…
You’ve got a hot bike with front suspension, grip shift, cantilever breaks and a slick helmet, so why do you still get backache after every ride? While out cycling, you’re probably overextending the angle between your pelvis and the lower end of your spinal column, along with 70 per cent of all cyclists, according to…