Knots in lower back
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kylie posted 31 weeks ago.
My shoulders get really bad (I work at a computer and commute all day). I do a regular massage and chiro stuff to help posture and alignment and the muscles themselves, and it's been helping a lot. I've also started with some yoga which helps, and always stretching after runs.
It was just a matter of time for me -- get in the habit, and let it really become part of my life and then I starting seeing benefits.
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krazyfranco posted 31 weeks ago.
My lower back sometimes gets tight, and I was told its because my hamstrings are tight and somehow put extra stress on the lower back. Do you stretch out those hammies well? Its helped me a lot, don't know if you're having the same problem.
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CarlyBoy posted 31 weeks ago.
Tight hams is the problem for me. People may not make the association since the hams aren't what hurts. I'll get a sore lower back or even sore calves. Lots of stretching throughout the day is the only thing that helps me.
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vanjames posted 31 weeks ago.
Lower back pain is sometimes associated with tight iliopsoas (hipflexors) - I had a similar pain in my back and my PT addressed it with this stretch and adding some glute bridges and now no more pain - I do this stretch for 3min a side after every run now.
http://www.exrx.net/Stretches/HipFlexors/KneelingHipFlexor.html
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big 3 posted 31 weeks ago.
I had this problem for years. Then I started running. Now I seem to only have this problem if I'm not active enough. (like the other week when I was sick).
I'm guessing running helped strengthen all muscle groups the other's mentioned and forced me to keep them stretched too.
If it's bad enough that walking/running isn't an option. Chiropractor and some Physical Therapy can get you there. (been there, done that).
Also check out "Triangle Pose" a yoga stretch. I find that really helps keep the lower vertebrae from locking up and maintain range of motion for lower back.
Lastly, try to make sure you are stretching them out once you are warmed up. Much more effective.
Good Luck
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psychosyd posted 31 weeks ago.
I would suggest a trip to the chiropractor. It sounds like something is out of whack down there!
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econley posted 30 weeks ago.
Thanks for all your advice..I guess my days of running hard and not stretching well afterward are over...stretching will have to become part of my life too.
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cjhoffmn posted 30 weeks ago.
I've had some issues with my lower back over the last few months and I've become convinced, and seem to be getting relief by focusing on 1) stretching my hamstrings 2) stretching my ilios psoas (sp?) hip flexors and 3) working out my abs. It seems that strengthening those core muscles make a big difference.
I've also found success with icing it down, especially after workouts. I bought a cheapo belt that holds ice packs and straps with velcro.
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singforsam posted 23 weeks ago.
You can try to get a deep tissue massage. They target everything.
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qb ant posted 23 weeks ago.
I have some degeneration of the discs in my back and no space between L5 and S1, but I feel really good when I regularly see my chiro, do yoga and get a massage every now and then.
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I have been battling muscle knotting in my lower back. I use heat to break them up but they return. Went to a PT who fine tuned my stretching which I have been religous about, also using foam roll, but they just keep returning.
Anyone else have a similar problem which they have had success with? The most stubborn one is in my lower left sidejust to the left of my spine.