How Exercising Relieves Back Pain

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Dr. Pasquale X. Montesano

Principal Orthopedic Spine surgeon at Montesano Spine & Sport.

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Exercising is extremely important for maintaining your health. Exercising also helps to relieve back pain. Here’s how exercising relieves back pain:

  • Improved flexibility: Some exercises such as yoga can help to improve your spine’s flexibility. The more flexible your spine is, the less susceptible it is to pain and injury. 
  • Increased blood flow: Exercising increases your blood flow to your spine which helps deliver the nutrients your spine needs faster and easier. 
  • Manages weight: Excess weight can put pressure on your spine and cause pain. Exercising helps to get rid of this weight which helps to relieve pain. 

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