How Can I Repair My Slipped Disc?

Whether you call it a slipped disc, herniated disc or a bulging disc. The results are the same. A disc has extended out beyond your vertebrae and is pressing or pinching a nerve. In most case the nerve is your Sciatic Nerve. The Sciatic Nerve is the largest nerve in your body it runs along your spine and branches down both legs.

Due to some type of trauma, like an automobile accident or incorrectly lifting, a disc which serves as a flexible cushion between vertebrae has buldged out and is putting pressure on your sciatic nerve causing pain. This pain can radiate down your leg or legs. In some cases your leg and feet can feel numb. My own experience was that I had quite a bit of pain and numbness in my right leg. So my question to my doctor was "How can I repair my disc and stop the pain?"

Well there are several options:

1. Do Nothing: As crazy as it sounds in some cases the pain will go away without needing anything more than over the counter anti-inflammation medicine. So do not panic! By all means see your doctor if the pain persists.

2. See a Physical Therapist: Your physician may send you to a physical therapist you will evaluate your problem and prescribe a series of exercises. Again this maybe all you need. A trained therapist can really help ease and prevent the pain of a herniated disc from returning.

3. Visit a Chiropractor: These professionals are trained in treating spinal problems and can be the solution your are searching for providing relief to your suffering.

As you can see there are ways to repair that slipped disc. For some it may only require some medication and a short rest, for others a program of exercises, therapy or manipulation will stop the pain. Actually only a minority of people with back problems need surgery. So if you are experiencing back pain from a bulding disc, do not despair!

The real question you need to ask is "How do I prevent and or cure lower back pain? How do I lose the pain and get on with my life? Well the answer is to find a system that strengthens the back and abdominal muscles correcting muscle imbalance. One of the top rated programs is This program developed by The Healthy Back Institute has helped thousands to lose their back pain for good. The Lose The Back Pain System custom designs a program of specific movements and exercises tailored to your exact needs.

Rehabilitation Exercises for Spine Related Neck Injuries and Back Injuries

Injuries involving the spine are very common and these can lead to a wide variety of symptoms, from mild pain to paralysis and even death. The spine can be viewed as the wiring harness of the body. It carries and protects the spinal cord and enables the brain to communicate with and control the whole body. Serious damage to the vertebrae can lead to impingement of the spinal cord, pain or loss of any feeling (e.g. in the hands, arms, chest) and in the worst case total loss of control in certain parts of the body.

Like a wiring harness in a car, the spinal cord branches out into adjacent parts of the body as one moves down from the neck to the end of the spine (coccyx). This means that the location of a spinal injury (i.e. which vertebrae are damaged) can be determined by identifying which part of the body is exhibiting injury symptoms.

The vertebrae are divided into 5 main groups:

1. Cervical spine (top 7 vertebrae forming the neck)
2. Dorsal spine (next 12 vertebrae forming the upper back)
3. Lumbar spine (next 5 vertebrae forming the lower back)
4. Sacrum (bottom 5 fused vertebrae between the buttocks)
5. Coccyx (the 3 to 4 fused vertebrae at the end of the spine)

When you visit an injury specialist they will explain to you which vertebrae are injured by using a simple code system. For example, C3 is the third cervical vertebrae from the base of the skull.

Most of the vertebrae are separated by an intervertebral disc and articular cartilage that allows a certain range of motion of the spine. Each disc contains a gel like substance to provide cushioning, lubrication and energy absorption. Anterior (front) and posterior (rear) longitudinal ligaments connect the vertebrae. In addition, various other ligaments manage how the spine is loaded and integrated into the various muscle groups during lifting. For example, in the cervical region (ligamentum nuchae) and from C2/C3 to L5/S1 (ligamenta flava).

Some of the injuries that can occur to the spine include:

1. Vertebrae fractures can be especially dangerous because the spinal cord passes through the vertebrae and displacement of the vertebrae walls can put pressure on this very delicate structure. Cervical fractures in particular need immediate medical attention and neck immobilisation to avoid serious injuries (e.g. paralysis) and long term problems (e.g. Osteoporosis). The most common fractures occur in the lumbar (e.g. L5) and these cause pain spreading across the lower back, back stiffening and tight hamstring muscles (that often cause muscle imbalances and posture changes).

2. Vertebrae abnormalities such as bone spurs (bony projections that form along joints) can cause pain and limit joint motion. Some of the symptoms include neck, shoulder and arm pain, loss of balance and even headaches radiating to the back of the head.

3. Spinal cord and surrounding nerve root damage can occur in whiplash injuries (e.g. due to a car accident) or nerve stretch injuries (e.g. due to a rugby tackle from behind that causes the neck to be bent backwards). A pinched nerve refers to a condition in which one of the cervical disks is putting pressure on one of the spinal nerves connected to the spinal cord. There are a very wide range of symptoms from numbness, tingling and burning feelings in the skin to muscle weakness, pains and stiffening in the neck and arms to ear ringing, blurred vision and even irritability.

4. Disc injuries. The term slipped disc (also known as a herniated, ruptured or prolapsed disc) is used when a disc becomes split and the gel like filling leaks out to cause pressure on the spinal cord or surrounding nerves. These injuries normally occur in the lower back. Symptoms may include neck and back pain, tingling in the buttocks, back, legs or feet and even incontinence.

5. Thoracic muscle strains. The spine can not be considered in isolation to the groups of muscles that support the whole upper body. These muscles can be divided into three main groups; the extensors (back muscles and the buttock muscles), the flexors (front of the body muscles such as the abdominals) and the obliques or rotators (the side muscles). They work together to protect and support the spine. However, if for example, a certain back muscle is strained during lifting this protection is compromised. The body reacts with muscle contractions that cause a stiff back and a more limited range of motion.

6. Spinal ligament sprains. In general, the strong but relatively inflexible ligaments will take longer to recover than muscles because of their poorer blood circulation. This means that more care should be taken in ligament rehabilitation with a longer period of rest and flexibility rather than strengthening exercises.

The key objectives of an injury workout routine are to regain the range of motion, flexibility and strength of the spine and surrounding ligaments and muscles. The first objective is to regain the flexibility, stability and range of motion of the spine and this article describes injury workout routines to do this. This will enable muscles to relax, injured tissues to regrow in the correct manner and a person to restore a normal life faster (e.g. with no pain). These routines should always be followed up by whole body workout routines to restore muscle strength and balance in the whole body, for example to restore correct posture (one of the main factors that can contribute to spinal injuries).

Daily stretches can be used to slowly increase the flexibility of the spine and these should be followed by gentle strengthening exercises so that the body is ready to move onto whole body exercises. The following is a list of injury workout routines for stretching and strengthening the cervical spine, dorsal spine and lumbar spine. Hold a stretching position for as long as feels comfortable and repeat a strengthening exercise for as many times as you are able to (aim for 5 to 10 repetitions and hold each repetition for a few seconds initially).

Cervical spine (neck) stretching exercises:

1. Supine spine relaxation and lengthening. Lie on your back next to a wall so that your feet are resting on the wall, your lower legs are horizontal and your knees are bent at 90 degrees. Start with your spine in a natural curved shape (your hand should be able to just pass under your lower back). Slowly relax your spine into the floor and lengthen it by imagining a piece of string pulling the top of your head, so that your spine is straightened out. A warm blanket, water bottle or electric blanket under your back will help you to relax the muscles. All you need to do is relax and listen to the TV or music for as long as you like!

2. Sitting posture correction. Sit on a bench next to a wall. Begin by sitting upright in good posture with your shoulder blades pulled together and downwards. As with the first exercise imagine a piece of string gently pulling the top of your head upwards so that you lengthen your spine upwards. In the beginning you can sit against the wall to check how upright your posture is. However, try to hold this position away from the wall once you get a better feeling for the correct posture. Every day try to increase how long you can sit like this.

3. Once you are able to hold a good sitting posture you can move on to some neck flexibility exercises. The first is simply rotating your head forwards (remember to imagine the spine lengthening) until your chin touches your chest and then rotating it upwards as far as you feel comfortable.

4. Taking turns on each side of your body and facing forwards, bend your neck sideways towards each shoulder blade (remember to keep your good sitting posture throughout!).

5. Roll your head forwards (only) from one shoulder to the other with your chin remaining in contact with your chest.

6. Roll your head all the way around (as in the previous exercise but roll your head behind you as well) in a smooth gentle motion.

Cervical spine (neck) strengthening exercises:

1. Sitting with good posture place a palm on each side of your neck with your thumbs under the back of your jaw and your elbows raised sideways above your shoulders. Tense you muscles on the back of your neck downwards against your fingers (that are resting on the base of your skull).

2. Again sitting with good posture move your elbows forwards and upwards. Place your palms on each side of your forehead. Gently press your forehead against your palms so that the front of your neck becomes tense.

3. In the sitting position raise one elbow sideways above your shoulder and place your palm on the side of your forehead. Gently press the side of your forehead against your palm so that the side of your neck becomes tense. Repeat on the other side of your body.

4. A partial diagonal crunch. Lying on your back on a soft mat with your knees together and bent at 90 degrees place your fingertips on your ears and allow your elbows to rest on the floor (at the same level as your shoulders). Raise one elbow whilst keeping your fingertips (only) in contact with your ear and your neck in line with the rest of your spine (i.e. try not to poke your neck forward). The main idea is to force the neck to carry the weight of your head rather than concentrate on working the abdominal muscles.

5. The plank position enables you to strengthen all the muscles that support the spine. Begin by lying face down on the floor and then place your elbows directly under your shoulders whilst making your upper arms vertical and placing your forearms forwards so that your hands are clasped together. You should only have your toes, elbows, forearms and hands touching the floor. Make sure that your whole spine is in its normal curved position and your body is effectively straight without the bottom sagging down or unnaturally pushed upwards. It is important to keep your abdominals and core tightly engaged.

6. Standing press ups against a wall with your hands wide apart, your feet together and your shoulder blades pulled together and down will help to start rebuilding the strength of the neck and shoulders.

Dorsal spine (upper back) stretching exercises:

1. Supine spine relaxation and lengthening. See the cervical stretching exercises description for the details.

2. Sitting posture correction. See the cervical stretching exercises description for the details.

3. Standing upright place the palms of your hands behind the neck and smoothly rotate the upper body first to the left and then to the right. Concentrate on rotating your head, neck and shoulders as one. This means that you begin facing forwards and your face ends up looking to the left or the right.

4. Again standing in good posture and facing forwards with your palms touching your hips, bend your body sideways by first sliding one hand down your thigh and then the other hand. Remember to keep your body in a vertical plane (don't lean forwards or backwards when bending).

5. In a sitting position hold a rod behind your back between both of your hands (with your elbows pointing downwards). Use the rod to pull your shoulder blades down and together so that you form a valley between your shoulder blades.

6. Kneeling on the floor on all fours with your arms straight and vertical rotate your pelvis forwards so that your back arches up. Hold this position for a few seconds and slowly lower back down to a normal spine position (i.e. do not arch your back down).

Dorsal spine (upper back) strengthening exercises:

1. Hip lift. Lying on your back with your knees bent at 90 degrees, feet shoulder width apart and your arms folded across the abdomen raise your hips upwards as far as is comfortable and then gently lower.

2. Partial crunch. Lying on your back with your knees bent at 90 degrees, feet shoulder width apart and your arms folded across the abdomen raise your chest upwards as far as is comfortable and then gently lower. Try to keep your neck in line with the rest of your spine and not to poke your neck forward.

3. Partial back extension. Lying face down with your hands resting on your buttocks gently try to raise your chest upwards a small distance. As with the other exercises keep your spine in line with your neck and rotate from the hips. The aim is to tense the back muscles and not to lift the body high off the floor.

4. A partial diagonal crunch. For full details see the cervical spine strengthening exercises.

5. The plank position. For full details see the cervical spine strengthening exercises.

6. Standing press ups against a wall. For full details see the cervical spine strengthening exercises.

Lumbar spine stretching exercises:

1. Supine spine relaxation and lengthening. See the cervical stretching exercises description for the details.

2. Sitting posture correction. See the cervical stretching exercises description for the details.

3. Lying on your back with your knees together and bent at 90 degrees, first move them to one side on the floor and then the other. Keep the whole upper back in contact with the floor so that your face does not move.

4. Lying on your back (on a soft mat) with your knees together curl up into a ball with your arms wrapped around your shins and pull your legs to your chest. You can also rock to and fro slightly when fully curled up.

5. Lying on your back with your knees together and bent at 90 degrees, begin by sliding one hand under your lower back to check the curvature of your spine. Hold this spine curvature as your starting point and then close the gap by rotating your hips forward. As with many of the exercises imagine your spine being lengthened and straightened not shortened and compressed.

Lumbar spine strengthening exercises:

1. Lie on your back with both legs straight and your hands by your sides. One at a time rotate each bent leg towards your chest as far as is comfortable. Keep your buttocks in contact with the floor at all times and the hips remain horizontal (i.e. do not lift one side).

2. The same as the first exercise but rotate both legs at the same time with the knees together.

3. Lie on your back with your hands by your sides, both legs straight, knees together and your feet resting on a small box about 20 cm high. Rotate both straightened legs upwards and then slowly downwards down on to the box again.

4. The same as the second exercise except that when both legs are fully raised move them as if you were cycling.

5. A partial crunch. See the second dorsal spine strengthening exercise for full details.

6. A partial diagonal crunch with opposite knee lift. Lying on your back on a soft mat with your knees together and bent at 90 degrees place your fingertips on your ears and allow your elbows to rest on the floor (at the same level as your shoulders). Raise one elbow whilst keeping your fingertips (only) in contact with your ear and your neck in line with the rest of your spine (i.e. try not to poke your neck forward). As you raise your elbow lift the opposite knee upwards at the same time.

In summary, spinal injuries are relatively common and you should always consult an injury specialist to fully understand the nature of your injury and undergo some initial treatment. However, this is not the end of the story if you want a full recovery. You need to follow up any medical treatment with injury workout routines that focus on the spine and then workout routines for the whole body. This article has focused on appropriate stretching and strengthening routines for the three main parts of the spine; the neck, upper back and lower back.

Talk Fusion Review

Video Killed the Radio Star

Back in 1979, The Buggles sang that 'Video Killed the Radio Star'. And they were right. More TV channels followed and then before long, we all had cable TV with hundreds of channels. Probably too much choice and definitely quality over quantity.

Video is still going strong and in the Cyber age, any network marketer worth their salt incorporates video into their marketing strategy. But what if video itself was the main product?

Products

'Talk Fusion' offers video email, video conferencing, live broadcasting, video social networking, and video auto responders

Go to their homepage, and it looks very flash and well put together but it is actually quite hard to get concrete information on their products. I have heard form some who have used their video products that the clarity is top-notch though the size is pretty small.

One advantage is the opportunity to incorporate things such as video auto-responders into your marketing strategy.

Does Talk Fusion have a long-term future?

Well, the true answer of course is who knows. No one has a crystal ball but I will say one thing, and this is just my opinion. Technology products in general are a bit risky to get involved in.

In order to keep up with the Joneses, companies must invest vast sums of money into R&D. what will they do if a better version of what they offer comes on to the market? That being said, it has been enjoying some recent growth and it looks rosy in the short term.

The Compensation Plan

The compensation plan used is your classic binary. They have some nice little bonuses thrown in for good measure. Personally, I am not a big fan of binaries. As you know, you only get paid on the weaker leg sign up a new member and you have a dilemma.

Put them on your strong leg and this does help your business too much, but it helps them as they may gain spillover.

Put them on your weaker leg helps you, but it does the new sign-up no favors as there will be less chance of spillover. It is your weaker leg after all.

That being said, many folk and may MLM companies have made some great incomes in binaries and if it works well for you and you go about your marketing in the right way, then all's good.

Oh, and it pays every day! Small commissions paid regularly may motivate newbies who see that they can actually make some cash.

Training

If you are a technophobe then a company that sells technology products may not be for you. Conversely, someone who is great with technology could use Talk Fusion's products to market and brand themselves very effectively.

If you are looking to join Talk Fusion or indeed any MLM it is vital that you have a funded proposal with a low end high converting offer such as Empower Network.

I hope you found this Talk Fusion review helpful. Please leave a comment in the box below.

Can You Prevent Scoliosis in Children?

Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. This curve is best described as an S or C shape and can typically be seen as a hump near the rib cage. There are also varying degrees of scoliosis based on the degree of the curve. If it is less than 20 degrees, it is considered mild scoliosis. A curvature that measures greater than 60 degrees is a serious case. The course of treatment naturally depends on the severity of the condition.

Children on the cusps of adolescence are routinely tested for the condition in school through what is commonly known as the Adams Forward Bending Test. This test consists of bending at the waist while a trained professional observes the spine as the child bends. There are also signs of scoliosis that can be noticed aside from observing the Adams Forward Bending Test. Signs of scoliosis include and an observation of one shoulder being noticeably raised as compared to the other. The scapula on one side may also be more prominent or raised. One hip may appear raised and the head may not appear centered over the pelvis. All of these or a combination of them may lead to a diagnosis of scoliosis.

Severe or extreme cases of scoliosis may have to be treated with surgery such as spinal fusion and instrumentation. This involves using rods and hooks to align the spine. These kinds of cases can be debilitating and painful and luckily, are rare. For cases that are not that severe, there is a way to alleviate the back problems and give the child back pain relief. Before a brace is given as a remedy or even the suggestion of surgery is out there, seeing a chiropractor first can help.

A chiropractor who specializes in child spinal care will approach scoliosis on several levels. There are special exercises, electric stimulation and nutritional changes a chiropractor can assist with. A chiropractor will help determine the severity of the condition through the Adams Forward Bending Test, measuring leg length for evenness, and different motion tests.

There are studies that have proven the effectiveness of the chiropractic method to treat mild cases in children ranging in age from 9 to 15. The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research has been able to show results that suggest a reduction in the degree of curvature when chiropractic techniques are applied to the patient over time. For best results, chiropractic adjustments several times a week for a period of roughly a year have led to the decrease in the condition. Chiropractors approach scoliosis by typically doing a full spine adjustment, heel lifts, and some postural counseling.

Scoliosis can be incredibly uncomfortable for a growing child and will not go away on its own or just by "sitting up straight". It is important to understand that left untreated; it really can pose an entire host of alignment problems into adulthood. For cases that are shown to be mild in terms of the degree of curvature, chiropractic care can help keep the spine and central nervous system running smoothly and allow for the best possible outcome for those afflicted with scoliosis.

What Is Lumbar Spondylosis?

Defination of Lumbar Sponylosis

This is the degenerative condition when the lower spine of a person is affected in way that it is troubled by a narrowing of the space between the spine bones.

Overview of Lumbar Spondylosis

Lumbar spondylosis is a degenerative joint disease which is common in aging individuals. This occurs due to wear and tear of the bones of the lower vertebrae. The degenerative nature of spondylosis makes it function with repetition, which causes another. This disorder commences with the discs when they become dry and less flexible. This makes them shrink in dimension and move about in an unusual way, which influences the joints and ligaments surrounding them. Lumbar spondylosis occurs as a consequence of new bone development in areas where the anular ligament is stressed. The lumbar spine is the region that carries most of the body's weight so the degenerative forces affect the most of this region of the spine. Spondylosis is normally described by slippage of one spine over the other. Symptoms associated with spondylosis of the lumbar vertebrae differ depending on the lifestyles of the individuals.

What are the symptoms of Lumbar Spondylosis?

In lumbar spondylosis, the spine is affected by a contraction of the spaces between the vertebrae causing many health concerns ranging from back pain to neurological issues. This starts becoming evident when the person gets older and the vertebrae undergo several changes. In lumbar spondylosis, the general effects are; stiffness in the spine and pain at the lower back. But sometimes symptoms of lumbar spondylosis occur slowly and in some cases the symptoms not at all develop. The individuals' lifestyle and activities such as weight Lifting, leaning, standing or sitting for long time can strengthen the lower back pain. However the Lower back arthritis may go downwards in the buttock area, thighs and legs. The patient can also face bowel and bladder malfunctioning. There may also be muscle spasms and a severe back pain. The symptoms usually commence after the age of forty and continue to increase in potency as the individual grows old.

How can Lumbar Spondylosis be caused?

Spondylosis is the condition of degenerative osteoarthritis of the joints between the center of the spinal vertebrae. The foremost basis of this degeneration is the aging progression in an individual. The lumbar spine comprise of most of the body weight, so when an individual reaches an older age, the spines experience aging as well which causes tightening of disc spaces. Thickening of ligaments, that surround the disc, takes place and it becomes calcified.

Other causes are the sitting or standing for long hours and injuries in the lower spine of an individual. Inheritance of this disease and obesity are also the factors identified for occurrence of this disease, if an individual has excessive body weight, it exerts more pressure to the spine which can subject it to the degenerative process. When the person is aging the capability of the body decreases and the spine is prone to the development of arthritis. Individual activity levels also predict the occurrence of this disorder.

How can Lumbar Spondylosis be treated?

The treatment of lumbar spondylosis is physiotherapy and other medicine practices. Patient awareness programs on his/her lifestyle are necessary. The changing of an individual's lifestyle predominantly work-related changes helps in controlling pain to some extent. A modification in in the diet and lifestyle, together with adequate exercise can also help to restrain the symptoms. The use of corset or brace, provides a support to the lower back region and help relieve the pressure and pain. However surgery is performed after a deep and careful diagnose and there is no surety for a permanent cure through surgical methods.

Cervical and Lumbar Specialist - A Look at What They Do

Cervical is a medical term that means anything having to do with the neck. A lumbar is a term that refers to lower back area, in the abdominal region. If someone is having trouble with either of these regions, their neck or lower back, they should seek help from a cervical and lumbar specialist. There are a few different professions that focus on these areas including chiropractors, orthopedists, and orthopedic surgeons. Depending on what it is that is bothering you, one specialist may be able to help more than the others.

A chiropractor is the most basic type of cervical and lumbar specialist you can see. They are not medical doctors, as they cannot write their patients a prescription for any medicine, nor can they perform any type of major surgery. A chiropractor is more or less, a glorified massage therapist. They do have extensive knowledge of all the bones and muscles in the back, and they usually keep up with new massage therapies and techniques. The main thing they are focused on is spine manipulation, or as they put it, spine adjustment. At least 90 percent of all spinal manipulations done in the United States are carried out by licensed chiropractors.

Another type of cervical and lumbar specialist you could see is an orthopedist. An orthopedist deals mostly with the muscular and skeletal systems as a whole, not just the back, but they would be the specialist doctor you would see if you had back trouble. Anything bone or muscle from your head to your feet, they can handle. Due to their focusing mainly on the musculoskeletal system of the body, orthopedic doctors usually handle a lot of cases dealing with athletes and spend a lot of time treating sports related injuries.

Finally there is the orthopedic surgeon. Hopefully your back and neck problems have not gotten so bad that you need to visit an orthopedic surgeon, because they are usually the last resort to fixing bone and muscle issues. This type of cervical and lumbar specialist is trained to handle everything from trauma to the muscle or skeletal system to tumors and infections. Just like orthopedics, the majority of what orthopedic surgeons deal with treating, are sports related injuries. In the United States, the typical orthopedic surgeon will work around 55 hours each week doing clinic duties, surgery, and possibly research or teaching. On average, in 2007, the average orthopedic surgeon earned an annual salary of $388,784.

Cycling and Low Back Pain - Symptoms, Treatment and Pain Relief Options - Braces Can Help!

How does your back feel when you cycle?

Does it bother you before, during or after a ride?

1.) Introduction

We do not want to waste your time with this article. We will speak upon how back pain can happen as a result of cycling. You may already know that you have the back pain and you do not necessarily need to know how it happened. You may just want to move directly toward reducing your pain. We will offer some cost effective treatment options at the end of this article that can honestly help you if you suffer from back pain due to cycling.

2.) Common Causes of Low Back Pain For Cyclists

Usually, low back problems occur for cyclists due to a prolonged flexion of your lower back (lumbar spine). As you may have easily determined, this is the movement of your lower back curling when your head comes closer to the knees. - A typical riding position. If you are in a flexed position such as this, it can lead to the fatigue of your lumbar musculature, tension of your lumbar ligaments and it can also compress the intervertebral discs that are located in your lower back.

Studies have shown that the weight that is placed upon your spine is least problematic when you lay down. Secondly the amount of stress that is placed upon your back increases when you stand up straight. This is due to axial load on your spine due to the weight of your upper body and gravity kicking in. The next level of stress comes from sitting down, and especially when you sit in a more crouched you are even asking more of your lower back.

3.) How to Help Prolong Your Cycling Career

A strong core is a good starting point. Your transversus abdominus and paraspinal musculature (the muscles located on either side of your spine) help to provide meaningful support to your lower back. It is of course, a good idea to correctly work out these muscles to help prolong a flexed sitting posture.

4.) Low Back Braces For Support

One very helpful way to reduce lumbar back pain is to increase the level of support you have for your lower back. One way in which you can do this is by having strong muscles like we talked about earlier,... but you can also help to reduce your lower back pain with the use of a lumbar back support. These supports can help to increase intercavitary pressure and thus effectively off load the internal structures of your lumbar spine. - They can be great aids and you can use them before, during or after cycling. It is important to remember though that you should not strictly use a lumbar back support and avoid strengthening your lumbar spine.

*This is health information. Although we firmly believe in the benefits of back support, you should consult your physician regarding medical advice pertaining to your particular situation.