Solving lower back problem?
960950
try a tens machine and/or a heat pack.
20039
This happens to me, but I have a herniated disc in my lower back.  For those of you with healthy backs, if you are still getting pain get a more comfy chair, get up and move around more often and last but not least sit with good posture!!  Posture will not only make your back feel better but it makes you look more confident and presentable in public.
565280
I was told that exercise to increase strength of muscles in back can help. But make sure you do it under doctor care. You could do more damage then good if you don't do the right ones for your condition.
1185203
Sounds to me like your back is out of place. I would go to a competent chiropractor and have him check you out.
292781
hmmmm good one, ok those love handles, right on the lower part of your back near the sacrial area are the most difficult to get rid of, why because there is no real exercise to target them.   \nBut you could do back exercises to strengthen your lower back muscles which in turn-cause they are generally connected tone up those a bit to. \n2 sit ups but the ones where you twist, ex: on back sit up and touch left elbow to right knee.  Also some yoga asanas would help target those problems like cobra and locust---but you don't want to strain your back so make sure you are doing them right----find a teacher in your area---or Pilates. If you do cardio you tend to lose a little bit everywhere.. Lipo is the only last resort I could think of.
1041334
First, you need to decrease the pain.  Depending upon how long you have had the injury/problem would depend upon the advice I would give.  Ice normally works well for recent injuries - use for 10 minutes every hour.  If the problem is older than 7-10 days, try heat for 15-20 minutes.  If in doubt, use ice as heat can sometimes make it worse (even though it feels good).\n\nWhat sort of positions help to decrease your pain?  Different back problems respond to different exercises.  A really good website is www.mckenziemdt.org.  You can also find a certified McKenzie therapist who can determine the cause of your back problem.  This is a well researched technique which I use extensively with my back pain patients.\n\nOnce things start to calm down, I always use Pilates mat exercises, with modifications as necessary.  These will work the core muscles in your lower abdomen.  By getting these stronger, you can almost form a corset of muscular strength around the lower back.  Pelvic floor exercises/Kegals can also be important, especially if you have had a baby or other pelvic floor problems.\n\nA referal from your doctor to a good physical therapist should be able to determine the cause of your back problem and you will receive the correct advice to your problem.\n\nGood luck!
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swedish massage might be better for lower back pain. It will relax the muscles in the area, allow improved circulation, and release tension. \n\nUltimately, you might want to do some form of yoga also, to complement the work of the massage, and improve the flexibility and strength of the muscles in the area.
422272
Lower back pain is caused by weak abdominal muscles.  Muscles work in pairs--one contracts, the other works. Your abs and your lower back are such a pair.  When your abs are weak, your back has to do more work, and therefore it's stressed and hurts.\nHowever there are MUCH better ways to strengthen your abs than these silly machines they sell on TV.
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I know of a few lower back workouts. \n1) lie on your stomach on an exercise ball. Lift one leg straight while lifting the opposite arm. then repeat on the other side. Don't go for height, just try to stretch out like you are reaching for the wall. \n2) lie on the floor on your stomach, head down. then raise both arms and legs straight out (toward the wall again) then lower arms and legs. \nHope this helps
663678
On the lower back in the middle.
518141
Purchase a back brace, you can either wear them under or over your shirts, depending on how much you need the support. As for the ongoing pain, take some Tylenol or another OTC med and take a hot bath, the warm water helps muscles relax.\n\nAlso, what I discovered, stand up tall and straight, may think that it'll hurt worse, but it really doesn't. The more you slouch, the more pressure is put on your spine.
1050735
Reflexology sounds like a good idea. I got a spa with therapeutic jets for the back. I haven't had lower back pain since I use it regularly. It also relieves my whiplash.
229933
could be your sciatic nerve but i believe that is lower back not middle.\n\nsciatic can cause pain from back to buttocks and down the leg
747580
definitely the back!  Well, I guess it's because I suffer from a back problem
1166431
Muscle and tendons bind moving bones to other moving bones - if muscles are tense and tight, or developed in an unequal way, the overall alignment of the body is thrown off balance.\n\nMy own experience of this has been with tight hamstrings (muscles running down the backs of the thighs, and linking with the rear of the pelvis). The fact that these are tensed and shorter than they should be causes the back of the pelvis to be pulled backwards and down, causing arching of the lower back. Daily stretching and regular physio are key to to alleviating the tension problems.
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The back is a very complex part of the body and many things can be causing your problems.  Some things to look out for are your posture, the way you sit in a chair (slouching) and even your mattress.  Best to seek proper advice.
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lay on ur side, put the leg on top over the lg on the bottom and life ur bottom leg up sideways.  then turn to ur othe side and repeat w/ the other leg.  biking alos helps so does that yoga routine i've tried it got great results from all 3