Back Pain Freed with Driving Yoga Part 2
By Glen Wood The Yoga Teacher
Back Pain Freed with Driving Yoga Part 2
In this posture, the tail bone is bearing weight on the seat.
In addition, the arms are elevated forward to reach the steering wheel. If there is one posture
guaranteed to give you back and neck pain while driving, this is it!
Exercise balls are also great tools to keep handy and one of
the primary physical therapy supplies that helps reduce back pain. Something as simple as
sitting on an exercise ball and bouncing lightly for a certain amount of time each day is
beneficial for the lower back because it distributes the fluid in the lower spine, aiding
in pain relief and flexibility.
Low back pain is often aggravated by a sendentary lifestyle.
There are many types of exercises which will benefit lower backs that utilize the yoga ball.
Ask your physical therapist or physician to recommend some exercises specific to your condition.
Before performing sport or exercise the advice is always to
check with a doctor for assurance it is safe to do the activity. This is particularly pertinent
if pain or discomfort is already evident. The causes of low back pain are, however, multifarious
and are not always easily diagnosed. This does not necessarily prevent exercise or posture work
that may benefit the condition being performed with suitable care and precautions.
Tight hip muscles contribute to a myriad of problems in the
human body including lower back pain, compression in the lumbar spine which can contribute to
arthritis in the joints of the lower spine, knee problems, and shoulder problems. Opening up
the hips can help to restore neutral alignment in the pelvis, which improves alignment throughout
the body releasing tension for the lower back, knees, and shoulders. This video uses yoga postures
to open the hip flexor and hip rotator muscles for improved body alignment and function.
Vertical vibration on the driver's seat, along with any
road shock (from railroad crossings, chuck holes, etc.), intensify this rocking motion of
the pelvis. The result is even greater bending stresses to the lower back. The harmful effect
of road shock and vibration to the spine is also increased from the tail bone bearing weight on
the seat in a slumped driving posture.
Body Awareness: Doing yoga will give you an increased
awareness of your own body. You are often called upon to make small, subtle movements
to improve your alignment. Over time, this will increase your level of comfort in your
own body. This can lead to improved posture and greater self-confidence.
About the
author:
Glen Wood - The Yoga Teacher, dedicated to unlocking the Real Secrets of Back and Shoulder Pain.
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I wish you all the best on your yoga adventure!
To your health,
Thomas T :)
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