How avoid back pain

Recomendations Follow the established ergonomic and postural hygiene norms. Exercise Keep physically active Keep a positive and courageous mental attitude Follow other general health norms

To prevent back pain, one should exercise and in all cases remain physically active, avoid a sedentary life-style, adopt a positive mental attitude towards pain and comply with the norms of postural hygiene in daily activities so that the back bears the least load possible.

In this section, advice is offered on how to carry out daily activities (sleeping, bending, weight lifting, getting up, standing, sitting, etc.) in a manner least harmful to the back. Groups are classified by population (the elderly, workers, children, and the general public). The main risks for back pain in each sport are also described. In general, the risk of suffering back pains may be increased in those activities which subject the body to vibrations or require movements of bending-extending and twisting or which require one to maintain bended or hyper-extended postures. However, there are physical exercises which help to develop the muscles needed to compensate and alleviate the adverse effects of such activities and postures.