Back pain is a question that has challenged the medical community for decades.

And the answer has changed a lot over the years!

Back in the 80's, bed rest for a week or more was often recommended for severe back pain, sometimes even including hospital admission.

Then, research demonstrated that prolonged bed rest was actually a bad idea. It was no better, and often worse, than taking it easy for a day or two, followed by slowly increasing activity, including stretching and strengthening the back.

I found a really interesting review done by the American College of Physicians in 2017. They reviewed more than 150 studies, and the things they found to be most beneficial for relieving back pain were:

- Exercise, including stretching, improving balance, and strengthening core muscles
- Physical therapy
- Acupuncture
- Mindfulness-based programs intended to cope with or reduce stress

I want to highlight the first point in today's message, because it's something you can easily start on your own, AND because I have something to share with you that I think is completely different:

This movement sequence was originally invented by German ballet dancer and body therapist. It gently mobilizes the spine, releases tension from muscles, and takes pressure off discs and nerves.

Again - it's different, unique, and I'll bet like nothing you've seen before.

Watch the video and learn how to do it at the link below:

-> Here's something completely different for low back pain

If you're experiencing back pain, this is definitely something you could give a try!

- Forest Vance
Master of Science, Human Movement
Certified Personal Trainer
Kettlebell Expert
KettlebellBasics.net

PS - Here is a link to the research review I mentioned in today's message:

http://annals.org/aim/article/2603228/noninvasive-treatments-acute-subacute-chronic-low-back-pain-clinical-practice