The four main muscles of the deep core—transverse abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor and the diaphragm—work together to keep ...

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A new study shows that clinician-supported self-management, but not spinal manipulation, is linked to greater improvement in disability from low back pain than recommended medical care.

Twists can promote a healthy range of motion, which may be compromised, due to a sedentary lifestyle, injury, degenerative conditions, or imbalances through sports or daily activity. Asanas that ...

If you're searching for “how to stretch lower back,” you probably already know that sitting all day is killing you. If having your butt glued to a chair is something you can’t escape, you know ...

If your upper back perpetually feels tight and achy, add this move to your stretching routine. It’s excellent for targeting ...

If you have yet to experience back pain, the odds are sadly stacked against you. According to World Health Organization data, most people will experience low back pain at some point in their lives.

In a recent study, participants who walked five times a week were 28 percent less likely to have a recurrence of their lower back pain. A team of researchers in Australia recently found that regular ...

As we all know, December can be hectic for many of us, but you’ll be pleased to know that building muscle in your chest and back doesn’t require hours in the gym, or an overlay complicated routine. In ...

If you experience back pain from spending most days sitting at a desk, one issue might be your chair. Medical experts recommend ergonomic office chairs for desk workers, and it’s not because of the ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Chronic constipation may cause ...

Katrina Carter, DPT, FNS, is a licensed travel physical therapist. She specializes in orthopedics and has a passion for providing education on nutrition for healing and overall health and wellness.