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Prevention

Exercise

Exercise is effective in reducing the risk of the appearance of back pain. Additionally, in cases of chronic back pain, it is also effective in preventing disability and improving the levels of mobility and autonomy.

In a patient experiencing back pain, it is necessary for a physician to determine what specific exercises must be done, and with what intensity and level of progression.

To prevent back pain, a healthy person can do specific exercises or different types of sports, among which swimming is optimal. But it is always advisable to consult with a physician before beginning any physical exercise program or sport.

In this site you will find the exercises that are effective for increasing the strength, resistance or elasticity of the muscles related to the functioning of the back, as well as the norms for postural hygiene that you should follow in order to do different types of sports in the safest and most beneficial manner for your back.





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