There’s a lot of misinformation out there regarding back pain and I wanted to drop by and share something really helpful for you.
So….
This is a very important topic to discuss:
If you don’t have a thorough understanding about your back pain and what it means for your life then you’re left at a disadvantage!
You’re ill prepared for back pain into the future and feel vulnerable to injury. You’re likely to go down a treatment path that does not get you long term results.
I don’t want this outcome for you.
I want you to be fully educated on back health! This includes what your pain may mean, how to treat it long term and make sure you’re doing what you love with trust in your body week in and week out.
On that note:
Here is what I want to share with you today:
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MYTH BUSTER 1: “I just have a bad back”
The amount of times I’ve heard this, “there’s nothing I can do”, “I’ve just got a bad back”.
Chronic back pain may very well be common in our society, but that DOES NOT make it normal!
If you accept that your chronic back pain is here to stay, you are not taking any of the steps necessary to actually make a change for the good. This means that your situation simply stays the same..
The questions to ask yourself are:
Do you struggle with pain in your back on a consistent basis?
Have you accepted this as just part of the deal, whether it be fitness level, age, an old injury that you’ve had for years?
AND the most important….
DO you want to put in the necessary work to get yourself strong again?
If you’ve answered yes then please stop saying that “you’ve just got a bad back”.
2. MYTH BUSTER: “The answer is extended bed rest”
If you’re experiencing back pain, most of the time extended bed rest, that is long periods of time resting on your back will not help. You need a balance of rest and movement when you’re experiencing back pain.
I get it, it’s super frustrating!
You’re struggling to get out of bed, to get moving into your day. Any kind of movement will be good for you, take that small walk out into the garden, walk to the letterbox to get the mail, this can help your back feel less stiff.
Because although it can feel easier, lying on your back for long periods of time can be harmful in the long run. Especially if you’re not integrating any kind of movement or tasks into your day.
Listen, I hope busting a few of these common misconceptions was helpful!
-Ross Kinsella
P.S: Want to learn more about how we can help you to address your back pain?
