CAN THE PATIENT DO ANYTHING TO PREVENT LOWER BACK PAIN AND SCIATICA PAIN?
To start out with having excellent posture is very helpful especially when sitting. Using a good supportive chair at work is very helpful. Of course, whenever you do any bending and lifting even of small items it is very helpful to maintain your lower back in a good position and bend with your legs. Stretching is very important on a daily basis to prevent minor injuries that occur with certain twisting movements. Stretching is important to maintain the flexibility and decrease the tightness in your paravertebral muscles which help maintain your spine erect. The psoas muscles are deep in your abdomen in the front of your spine and also can become tight and need good stretching. You’re abdominal musculature help support your lower back. Maintaining good abdominal and lower back muscles by exercising regularly is also important. Your diet is also very important and of course, you should eat a balanced diet that has the necessary vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, E and B complex. Mi
