What exercises are best for lower back pain? Now that you have self assessed your lower back (see Part 3 if you missed it) its time to start the long road to improving your overall back health. One common question I get asked is “what is the best exercise to do for my...
If you’re just tuning in to our lower back pain series, make sure you check out Part 1 (common myths about lower back pain) and Part 2 (where your back pain is coming from). In Part 3 of this series, we’ll be looking at a simple self-assessment you can do for your...
Where is my lower back pain coming from? Now we have answered some common myths, lets look at the structure of the spine and where your lower back pain might be coming from. Bones and Joints The spinal column is made up of bones, called vertebrae, which are stacked on...
That fractured scapula! The scapula is the shoulder blade, it is a triangular shaped bone located in the upper back that is protected by a complex system of muscles. The scapula provides the primary connection between the chest and the arm. Research indicates...
Lower back pain affects 80% of Australians during their lifetime, with many of us suffering from issues that affect our daily lives. Over the next few weeks I’m going to deliver my thoughts on back issues. First, let’s start with a few myths: Back pain is hereditary –...