How to heal lower back pain – Too much of work whole day might have allowed for an achy back? Yoga, exercises, walk etc could be the ideal solution but the ones that emphasize stretching, strength, and flexibility
Too much of work whole day might have allowed for an achy back?
Yoga, exercises, walk etc could be the ideal solution but the ones that emphasize stretching, strength, and flexibility; are to relieve back soreness.
But out of all, yoga stands out as the prominent one that can relieve your back aches as well as bring flexibility to your body.
People who have taken up yoga are twice as likely to cut back on pain medications for their back aches as people who managed signs on their own.
Even if yoga does not suit you if there is severe pain; those with sporadic soreness or chronic aches may benefit from certain postures that can help elongate your spine, stretch and strengthen your muscle and return your back to its proper position.
Plus, always consult your doctor before starting a new fitness regimen, especially if you’re prone to more pain. If the doctor says yes, try out these below four soothing poses for back pain and see the pain gradually decrease.
Hamstring stretch
While lying on your back, turn your right knee on to your chest and place a cloth around the ball of your foot. Then, slowly straighten your right leg toward the ceiling and press out through both heels. If you feel your lower back strained, bend the left knee and place the other foot on the ground. Continue this move for 3-5 minutes and then switch to the left leg for the same.
Two-Knee Twist
Keep lying on your back with your knees bend into your chest and bring your arms out at a T. As you exhale, lower your knees to ground on the right and keep both the shoulders pressing down safely. Hold this position for 1-2 minutes on each side.
Sphinx posture
Let your forearms prop up with your elbows align directly under your shoulders. Then firmly press through your palms and the tops of your feet. Then, push your pubic bone forward as you will feel sensations in your lower back. Make sure to breathe through it when in the posture. With this, you are allowing blood flow into the lower back for healing.
Legs Up the Wall
This is a simple position where one requires to place your buttocks into the wall and swing your feet up the wall. In this posture, one allows for relaxing of the muscles of the lower back and ducts stagnant fluid from the feet and ankles. Keep going with this posture for 5-10 minutes.
