Research results just released from the University of Sydney shows that depression can cause back pain. This new research uncovers a deeper level of the relationship between pain and depression – it is old news that nearly half of back pain patients experience depressive symptoms; we can all understand that persons suffering chronic pain would feel mental distress.
Vitamin D is an essential ingredient for a healthy human body, to absorb calcium and promote bone strength. The greatest source of Vitamin D is not found in any food or over-the-counter supplement; instead, this simple nutrient comes from the sun. Sunlight is abundant in Vitamin D, delivering it to the earth each day through ultraviolet rays.
Do you know what Princess Mary has in common with a statue from Classical Greece and an Amazonian tribesperson? No? The answer is: excellent posture. Standing tall and proud is a trait we associate with royalty. Imagine how out of place it would look if Prince William slumped over a desk or trudged about at public ceremonies.
If you are reading this, chances are you have back pain. It may be radiating pressure in your lumbar spine, or a tight ache between the shoulders. Every movement pulls at the source of the pain and doesn’t let you forget about it for a moment. In the modern age, back pain is usually related to either sedentary lifestyle or overuse of muscle groups.
Bad Backs has long been an advocate of surgery alternatives to manage and reduce back pain, and over time, we’ve come across a number of simple breathing exercises to reduce back pain. Regular readers of the Bad Backs’ Health e-News will remember the astounding studies of Esther Gokhale.
Scoliosis is thought to affect between 2-3% of the population, with a higher incidence rate in females, and a tendency to develop in late childhood.
Those who suffer from arthritis are no stranger to pain, restricted movement or inflammation, however a study led by Professor Jo Edwards at University College London has found that a new type of injection may significantly improve their quality of life.
Research has long supported the belief that exercise is not only good for your long term health, but can also be a powerful tool for rehabilitating and preventing back pain. With so many exercise options to choose from, getting started can be a bit overwhelming.
Where the physical health benefits of active sitting have been outlined in studies conducted all over the world, a recent German study has identified that sitting on a Swopper chair improves concentration in both the short and long term. The study, conducted in Germany at the Institute for Sport Sciences and Department for Training and Motion Sciences.
Calcium intake is a vital factor in the maintenance of strong and healthy bones. Where proper nutrition is important for back health, calcium deficiency can cause bones to become brittle and fracture, particularly when over the age of 35. Most commonly, calcium deficiency and brittle bones can lead to osteoporosis, particularly in women.
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