Take charge of your backpain

Long days in front of the computer, bad posture, muscle weaknesses or heavy lifting are all common possible causes of back pain. Back pain is very common and something most people have experienced sometime during their lives, and luckily, in most cases it only persists for a few days or weeks. This article will cover the two most common types of back related problems: diffuse back pain and lower back pain. We’ll look deeper into the symptoms, possible causes and treatments, because however painful it might be there are things you can do to help prevent and relieve the pain and its symptoms. Find further information below!

DIFFUSE BACK PAIN (BACK INSUFFICIENCY)

This pain is mostly localized to the lower back and adjacent areas. Symptoms may persist for a few days to weeks, alternating with pain-free periods. 

SYMPTOMS

  • Tiredness and pain in the lower back
  • Stiffness and pain in the mornings and/ or after exertion
  • This pain is accentuated in the event of e.g. sitting for long periods, standing, lifting and working while leaning forward or after taking part in sports

POSSIBLE CAUSES

  • Poor posture
  • Hypermobility
  • Overexertion
  • Reduced trunk stability due to weak stomach muscles
  • Tense muscles: back of the thigh, seat muscles and hip flexors

TREATMENT

  • Active posture correction
  • Stabilization training of the trunk and back muscles
  • Coordination training and weight training to strengthen weak muscles
  • Stretching

MUSCULAR PAIN IN NECK & SHOULDERS

Muscle pain in the neck and shoulders is a common phenomenon. Whether it is caused by poor posture in everyday life or overexertion at work or during sport, the causes are varied. Learn more about symptoms and treatment and which Rehband products can help you out.

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OVERUSE/INFLAMMATION IN SHOULDER

Read our quick guide about overuse/inflammation in muscles and tendon insertions around the shoulder joint and the possible causes, symptoms and treatment.

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