Does Resistance Training help with Back Pain?

Gym Training Back Pain Does gym training help back pain? Low back pain is a significant issue, with a lifetime prevalence of up to 80%. There are multiple contributing factors which may lead to the development of low back pain, such as poor posture, inadequate lifting techniques and altered movement strategies. Acute low back pain is largely settled with rest, treatment and appropriate activity modification, however in some cases, low back pain can progress to chronic (present for longer th...

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Balanced Exercise

Balanced Exercise  Balanced Exercise Balance is key when it comes to exercise. The health benefits of regular exercise are widely documented, however training programs which focus on only one type activity also bring some negatives. Regular, repetitive running, or taking part in 5 yoga sessions a week will be good for our wellbeing, but  can create repetitive strain, resulting in overuse injuries. Incorporating a variety of forms of exercise into our week will help to achieve the greatest b...

Neck Pain

Low Back Pain

Low Back Pain - Causes, Effects & Management Low Back Pain is disabling in nature and can restrict activities of daily living. The most common underlying injuries contributing to low back pain include; Muscle tear Muscle spasm Facet joint sprain Disc injuries or protrusion Nerve impingement or irritation Joint degeneration or arthritis Multiple factors influence the development of low back pain, and there are many different causes depending on whether the musc...