Wang Junfa, a veteran history teacher who has been involved in the education industry for many years, has recently suffered from severe low back pain. At the end of the day, he felt as if he was carrying a heavy load on his waist, and his movements were difficult, as if he was stepping on invisible cotton under his feet, and every step seemed extremely difficult. In the outpatient clinic of the hospital, Dr. Zhang Mingliang, whom he met by chance, noticed his condition and took the initiative to inquire about the reason. Wang Junfa reluctantly said that his waist pain is difficult to describe simply, and it seems that the years have not been "gentle" towards his waist.
Dr. Zhang Mingliang took Wang Junfa into the consultation room, and after a series of meticulous inquiries and examinations, he not only focused on solving the problem of low back pain, but also deeply understood the far-reaching significance of low back health. He pointed out that waist health is not only related to age, but also closely related to personal living habits, working environment and psychological state, emphasizing the comprehensiveness of maintaining waist health. This process is not only the best for Wang Junfa's low back pain, but also a profound enlightenment for the modern concept of waist health, reminding people that in their busy life and work, they should pay more attention to and maintain their "waist age" to avoid health problems caused by neglect.
In contemporary society, more and more young people feel the discomfort of the lower back, whether standing or sitting for a long time, the low back pain has become their daily complaint. The lower back, located between the pelvis and the ribcage, plays an important role in supporting and connecting the body. Waist health is neglected, and it is easy to be damaged when it is frequently burdened with excessive burdens. Although lumbar muscle strain and lumbar disc herniation are more common in middle-aged and older age groups, modern lifestyles have led to the same challenge faced by young people, so much so that some young people have lower back health comparable to those of middle-aged people.
In fact, lumbar muscle strain accounts for 60% of lumbar diseases and has become a problem that cannot be ignored. The main signs of a lumbar muscle strain include: feeling a sore lower back after bending over for a short period of time, lower back pain that worsens late at night or early in the morning but decreases after waking up and moving, and the inability to sit for long periods of time at work. Understanding these symptoms can help identify and respond to lumbar muscle strain early.
For lumbar muscle strain, there are a number of measures we can take to relieve the symptoms. First, maintain a correct sitting and standing posture and avoid staying in the same position for long periods of time; Secondly, regular waist strengthening exercises are carried out to improve the support ability of the waist muscles; Finally, seek professional medical advice if necessary to take physical** or other medical measures to promote lower back health. Through these methods, we can effectively reduce lower back discomfort and improve the quality of life.
Improve your sitting posture: When sitting for long periods of time, it's important to make sure you maintain a good sitting posture. The back should be kept upright, the thighs parallel to the ground, and the hips to the knees at right angles. Make sure your lower back is adequately supported to reduce the burden on your lumbar spine. Use the back of the chair or add cushions for extra support.
Lifting objects correctly: When lifting heavy objects, the correct way is to squat down first and stand up using leg strength rather than back strength, which minimizes pressure on the lumbar spine.
Keep your lower back warm: In cold or wet environments, the muscles in your lower back tend to contract, leading to poor blood flow and inflammation, which can exacerbate lower back pain. Therefore, it is extremely important to keep the lower back warm to avoid muscle strain and chronic inflammation.
Choose the right mattress: A good mattress is essential for spine health. The ideal mattress should not be too soft or too hard, but should be able to support the natural curves of the body and avoid spinal irregularities or overloads. A proper mattress can maintain the natural curve of the spine without gaps when lying flat and on your side.
Strengthen waist muscle exercises: Regular waist muscle exercises can enhance the strength and endurance of the lower back muscles and improve the core stability of the lower back. Strong lower back muscles can effectively protect the spine and reduce the occurrence of low back pain.
Adopting these lifestyle and habit adjustments can significantly improve spine health, reduce the burden on the lumbar spine, and prevent the occurrence of low back pain. Through these measures, we are not only able to improve the quality of life, but also effectively prevent potential spinal problems.