The world of back pain is a complex. There are a variety of different reasons why people suffer from back pain, and there are even more ways to treat it. One of the most common suggestions for self-treating back pain are back-strengthening and stretching exercises, which can relieve tightness and build weak muscles.
One of the most commonly constructed therapy routines for alleviating back are pool therapy routines that utilize water exercises. Our natural buoyancy in water reduces 90% of the stress our body’s weight puts on our bones and joints, which is why water workouts can have enormous pain-reducing benefits for those suffering from back pain.
Water Warm-Ups
Depending upon your level of pain and activity threshold, including light warm-up routines to your water workout can help reduce back pain. Water warm-ups are also a must before more strenuous water workouts. Warm-ups can be stretches such as the pelvic or knee stretch. They can also feature light activity, like walking in water without fully submerging yourself.
Basic Float
Pool workouts don’t need to be strenuous. Since our buoyancy reduces the stress on our bodies, a simple float can, at times, reduce back pain. If your struggle to float, holding on to a floatation device can help you relax and strengthen your core if you choose to engage it.
The water plank is a modified float that can help build your core muscles, which in turn, can help ease back pain. With your feet on the pool floor, push down a flotation device into the water, angling your body at 45 degrees. Hold the position for a few minutes.
Active Workouts
Active water workouts are a great way promote cardiovascular health without placing pressure on your joints, as with other activities like jogging. Active workouts can be as simple as a series of stationary flutter kicks or pushups against the side of the pool. They can also be as intensive as swimming laps around the pool.
Consult Your Chiropractor
If you are experiencing back pain, speaking with your chiropractor before you implement water exercises and pool therapy routines can help prevent potential injuries. It’s also a great idea to include them in the development of your pool therapy routine. Based on your specific back pain issues, they’ll be able to help your build a workout specifically designed to support your back and prevent further irritation.
At Crossroads Chiropractic, we offer chiropractic services in addition to acupuncture sessions. Our team of experts can help you design a routine to combat your spinal issues, incorporating adjustments, exercises, and supplements to get you on track to a pain-free life.
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