McKenzie exercise is suggested for back pain. It should be avoided in serious spinal problems. Lie on the stomach and place arms at the sides. Turn head sideways or face down. Hold on for few minutes and repeat it eight times a day. The other types of McKenzie exercise include lying on the pillow, prone on elbows, prone press up, standing extension, lying flexion, sitting flexion, and standing flexion.
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I have worsening lower back pain. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I injured my lower back while squatting about one and a half months back. I have difficulty bending backward. A sharp pain was felt when I used to bend backward. But, no pain in forward bending or sideway bending. Neither pain was felt on touching the region. So, I started physiothera... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The x-ray is not very clear (attachment removed to protect patient identity), but your pain will surely reduce. So, do not worry. Just take the following tablets and few precautions. Regular follow up is the keystone to treating and reducing low back pain permanently. I... Read Full »
Why do I get severe lower back pain after waking up?
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