doctors estimate that three out of every four people will
experience back problems in their lifetime. Back pain can be
caused by many different things: From trauma and injuries to
inappropriate bending and lifting and even disease. Although
back pain is common, hundreds of hours of work time and
productivity are lost from it each year. And while some people
suffering back pain for a few short months before it disappears
never to be felt again, others will feel the pain daily for
their entire lifetime.
What Causes Back Pain?
If we discount disease, and servere trauma, most back pain
comes from improper back care. Sitting incorrectly or lifting
wrong can put strain on the back and cause pain.
The muscles of our trunk are where we get our strength to stand
and move. They exert pressure that forces the bones to move. The
muscles are the locomotive mechanisms that are constantly
interrupted by the actions we take and the gravity and influence
of the weight that affects us from the earth. When we perform
asymmetrical (that is -- equal on both sides) actions, the
muscles derive a degree of strength from the spinal column and
the other muscles. The trunk and ribs also support these muscles
to a degree.
But the muscles must be free to move independently, enabling us
to perform asymmetrical (unequal on both sides) actions such as
walking, swimming, running and turning.
During each movement, symmetrical or asymmetrical, the muscles
will act by contracting. This means the muscles shrink, expend,
tighten and narrow. During unequal actions, such as lifting
incorrectly, we often force a small group of muscles to perform
above its limits causing strain. The muscles start to absorb
shock then will release pressure or tension.
Nerves get into the act when small tears occur in the muscles
letting us know that we have done something wrong. Often we pay
with pain or even a trip to the emergency room.
Lower Back Pain
But for the most part Lower Back Pain is simply caused by
strain placed on the muscles supporting the spine. The fact is,
the muscles of the lower back support most of the weight of an
adult human body. The heavier the body, the greater the stress
that is placed upon lower back muscles, and the more likely it
is an individual can develop occasional soreness in the lower
back. Weak or undeveloped stomach muscles may also contribute to
back pain, as the muscles in the abdomen also help support the
spine. Strengthening the abdominal muscles can help prevent
lower back pain in some cases, or at least, make it far less
frequent.
How Can We Avoid Back Pain?
Take care when lifting heavy objects. Stand straight with both
feet flat on the floor. Bend at the knees not the hip and lift
with your legs.
Practice good posture when sitting and standing. Don't slouch.
With proper care perhaps you can be one of the one in four who
will not have back pain in your lifetime.
About The Author: James London-DeVasher is the editor of
http://www.myeverydaylife.net/backpain - Its Causes and Cures --
a website devoted to informing you about back pain. Visit
http://www.myeverydaylife.net/backpain - Its Causes and Cures to
learn simple exercises you can do to help avoid or eliminate
back pain.
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