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Here's a Squat That's Safe for Your Back
Squats are good for building your core and leg strength, but they can put significant pressure on your spine. Here's an alternative version that protects and strengthens your back muscles.
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Keep Your Spine Healthy With This Strengthening Exercise
The bridge exercise is a simple stretch that's designed to strengthen your back, buttocks and hamstrings and help you avoid future injury.
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Learn Your Sink Stance
Have you ever leaned over the bathroom or kitchen sink and felt a twinge in your lower back? It can easily happen if you don't adopt the proper stance that keeps you from bending awkwardly. Here's the...
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Loosen Your Back by Stretching Your Hamstrings
Here's how to properly stretch your hamstring muscles to reduce back pain and stiffness.
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Maintaining Your Balance While Standing Up
Standing up from an armless chair can be a tough thing to do if you've had a back injury or your balance is a little off. Here's how to do it right.
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Roll Into Bed The Right Way
Getting into and out of bed can be difficult for those who've experienced a back injury or anyone whose balance and strength are not what they used to be. Physical therapists recommend a simple...
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Sitting Comfortably With the Right Spine Support
Tired of getting a backache when working at your desk? Here are some simple tips to ensure ample stability and support for your spine when sitting.
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Strengthen Your Core and Spine With This Simple Exercise
This video provides a 40-second tutorial on an abdominal bracing exercise that can strengthening your core, stabilize your back and keep your spine safe.
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Vacuum Without Straining Your Back
Here are a few tips for keeping your back safe, maintaining your balance and avoiding muscle strain while caring for your living space.