Reading Position That Decreases Back Pain

Photo: Rachel Sian Do you read every night before going to bed? Next time you do, lie on your tummy and prop up onto your forearms as you read. This is an ideal position because it arches your back, which is a very healthy movement that most of us rarely do. Our backs do a …

What is a good stretch for my low back?

A lot of my low back patients tell me that they have tried to stretch their backs out by bending forward to touch their toes. Unfortunately, this is not a good stretch for most of them. So how should you stretch out your back if it feels tight or stiff? Here is a simple exercise …

BACK HEALTH For A Lifetime

Everyone talks about back pain, but what does it take to have a HEALTHY BACK? One of the main ways is to be active. A sedentary lifestyle decreases your BACK HEALTH and will likely cause back pain in the future. “The disk appears to live and thrive on movement, and to change and die slowly …