Goodbye Back Pain

Well-documented clinical research has concluded 70-85% of all pain is believed to come from little, tiny knots in the muscle (clinically known as trigger points). The good news is pain caused by muscle knots can be easy to fix. Pain in the back can come from many different muscles throughout the body. Back pain can be caused by muscles in the hamstrings, glutes, lower back, and upper back. Many people suffer from low back pain due to incorrect lifting, posture, and flexibility. 

There are many myths about back pain. Some of these include:

1. Myth: Back pain is always caused by a serious medical condition. 
   Fact: While back pain can result from serious medical conditions, most cases of back pain are caused by muscle strains or spasms, muscle knots, poor posture, or injuries resulting from activities such as bending or lifting.
2. Myth: Bed rest is the best treatment for back pain. 
   Fact: Bed rest is not recommended for treating back pain, as it can lead to muscle weakness and stiffness. Instead, moderate exercise, incorporating active recovery techniques, and stretching can help promote healing and reduce pain.
3. Myth: Painkillers are the best treatment for back pain. 
   Fact: While over the counter or prescription pain medications can help manage back pain symptoms, they should not be relied upon as the sole treatment for back pain.
4. Myth: Surgery is the only solution for back pain. 
   Fact: Surgery is typically only recommended for people with severe or chronic back pain that cannot be managed through other treatments. 
5. Myth: Back pain only affects older adults. 
   Fact: Back pain can affect people of all ages, from children to older adults. Younger people may be more prone to back pain due to poor posture, lack of physical activity, or spending long periods sitting or looking at screens.
6. Myth: Exercise can make back pain worse. 
   Fact: Certain exercises, such as yoga, Pilates, muscle compression with tools (Self-myofascial release with tools) and stretching can be especially beneficial for back pain sufferers.
7. Myth: Heat is always the best method for reducing back pain. 
   Fact: While heat therapy can be helpful for some types of back pain, such as muscle strains, it is not always the best method for reducing pain. Cold therapy may be more effective for other types of back pain, such as inflammation.
8. Myth: There is no way to prevent back pain. 
   Fact: While it may not be possible to completely prevent all types of back pain, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing back pain. These include maintaining good posture, practicing safe lifting techniques, getting regular exercise, flexibility, strength training/lifting weights/resistance band training, and maintaining a healthy weight.