Stretches To Relieve Aches And Pain

Have Lower Back Pain?

Lower back pain is one of the most common bodily aches individuals have. Over time, bad posture and other factors can result in some serious pain in the lower section of the back. Here are a few stretches for lower back pain:

Movement One:A common yoga pose known as the Child's pose is great for easing pain in the lower back. To perform this movement, start by sitting with the knees on the ground. Next, lean over and place the hands out away from one's self on the ground. He or she should feel tightness and a stretch.

Movement Two:Another stretch to help lessen back pain is a basic knee-to-chest stretch. Laying on the ground on the back, simply bring the knees into the chest and pull them close with the hands. One should feel a stretch.

Movement Three:Sometimes, a twisting stretch can be great for this condition as well. Start by lying on the ground on the back. Next, swing the legs to one side while maintaining the current position of the upper torso. After a moment, return to normal and repeat on the other side.

Have Upper Back Pain?

Upper back pain is a little different from pain in the lower back and therefore will require some different stretches to relieve the ache. Here are a few useful ones:

Movement One: Windmills are a great stretch for the upper portion of your back. Stand up and lean over a little bit. Next, spread the arms out wide and swing back and forth. Rather than swing the arms only, swing the whole upper torso while keeping the feet planted.

Movement Two:Another way individuals can relieve aches and pains in the upper back is to stretch the hamstrings. When the hamstrings are tight, it can cause the whole back pain. To stretch your hamstrings and back at the same time, start by sitting on the ground. Next, spread the feet out and lie forward as far as one can as if trying to touch the face to the ground. Be sure to reach with the arms as well.