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Low Back Pain – Exercises to Help
Low Back Pain – Exercises to HelpNow, a health minute.Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints patients report when seeing their doctors.Stretching exercises and some aerobic activities can help to decrease lower back pain and restoremotion and strength.For example: the knee to chest exercise stretches out the lower back muscles to reduce back pain.The trunk rotation stretch relaxes the lower back muscles as it stretches them out.These are just a couple of recommended back exercises.More stretching and strengthening routines are available from physical therapists…chiropractors, rehabilitation centers and doctors’ offices.Aerobic activity such as bicycling, walking and swimming can help as well.If you have lower back pain, talk to your doctor about activities you can do to help. And alwaysconsult with your healthcare provider before starting any exercise program.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.VER61011A EN LowBackPainExercisesToHelp.pdf© The Wellness NetworkPage 1 of 1
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