7 Best back exercises and stretches for relief of muscle spasms and pain

Lower back stretches and exercises for muscle soreness and lower back spasms Low back pain can make even small daily activities like getting dressed, bathing or going to the bathroom feel like they are impossible to do. Prompt and thorough treatment of even small back with back exerci
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Degenerative disc disease: 11 things everyone should know

Disc degeneration: Part of aging process Degenerative disc disease is a somewhat deceptive term because it is not really a disease and it is frequently used interchangeably with “bulging disc”.  This common problem of the spinal discs is absolutely not a disease and it is
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What are some good back exercises if you have osteoporosis?

Hi Dr. Lumbago, What are some good back exercises?  I am a woman 68 years old, with slight osteoporosis and some lumbar spinal curvature.  Occasionally I get some low back pain, but nothing serious that does not last long, probably like most people.  I am very active for my age with 8
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Calm your low back pain with these great lower back exercises and stretches: Basic Four

Easy and fast exercises and stretches to strengthen lower back – lower back pain relief Basic exercise categories that may help reduce or prevent lumbago: Lower back strengthening exercises – focusing on the low back, abdominal and leg muscles; muscle strengthening is perhaps the sing
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Best back exercises: Truth or illusion or a bit of both?

Exercises for lower back pain – lower back exercises There is controversy about finding and doing the best back exercises. Back exercises of various types have been confirmed in clinical studies showing they are effective in preventing lower back pain and reducing lost work days.  How
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