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Low Back Pain Prevention

Prevention

The following steps may help you avoid low back pain:

  • Begin a safe exercise program with the advice of your doctor.
  • Maintain a healthy weight .
  • If you smoke, quit .
  • Practice good posture to reduce pressure on your spine.
  • Avoid sitting or standing in one position for prolonged periods.
  • If you must remain standing for long periods, rest one foot at a time on a small stool to relieve pressure on your low back.
  • When lifting, hold the object close to your chest, maintain a straight back, and use your leg muscles to slowly rise.
  • Avoid aggravating activities, for example bending, twisting, and sudden movements.
  • Consider job retraining if your work requires a lot of heavy lifting or sitting.
  • If you have back pain during pregnancy, try wearing a BellyBra. This is a special bra to support your back and abdomen.

While some people think that using shoe inserts will prevent back pain, so far there is not a lot of evidence to support this.

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2024 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.

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