Study: Straight Back Causes More Back Pain
Study: Straight Back Causes More Back Pain
Read this if you have a missing curve (lordosis) in the lower back! A review study published in the research journal SPINE has shown that both prolapse and back pain occur significantly more often in those with missing lumbar lordosis - ie lack of natural curve in the lower back.
Meta-study: The king of the research study hierarchy
This study is a so-called overview study / meta-analysis. This means that it is the very highest research quality that can be achieved. So when this study has concluded with this sensational information then this is nothing to germinate.
- Over 1700 participants
The research study contained 13 large studies and had gathered over 1700 participants. The purpose of the study was to find out whether those with a lack of curve in the lower back, ie reduced lumbar lordosis - or straightened back if you will - had a higher incidence and risk of developing lumbago (low back pain) and disc disorders (prolapse).
Conclusion: Lack of curve in the lower back results in a higher incidence of lumbago and lumbar prolapse
The study's conclusion left little doubt that there is a strong connection between straightened lumbar spine and higher risk, as well as the incidence, of both low back pain, disc wear and prolapse in the lower back. Boring news for those born with a naturally smaller curve in the lower back, but at the same time the study does not change anything - you still have to take care of your lower back and in light of the new information you must have an even higher focus on your back health.
If you are wondering how to go about tackling this then we recommend that you tackle the problem via a clinician who works with muscles and joints on a daily basis - this person can help you set up the right training exercises for exactly you and your back.
"So, what now?" You say?
Answer: You should have increased focus on ergonomics and core training!
This information confirms what you've been thinking for a long time - now you need to start training your back and core. And maybe you should be able to get a little more movement in everyday life? How about going for a relaxing walk in the woods after work, for example? It is good for the body and healthy - and straightened back then of course!
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Source: The relationships between low back pain and lumbar lordosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Spine J. 2017 May 2. pii: S1529-9430 (17) 30191-2. doi: 10.1016 / j.spinee.2017.04.034. [Epub ahead of print]
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Was operated in 2012 for moderate spinal stenosis. In 2017 I was operated on again, this time with bracing / fixation. Then got feedback that I had done lumbar lordosis which in the long run could cause me problems. Today 2019 I have suffered the same pain, but with radiating the front of the thighs and down to the knees on both sides, and radiation back of the right leg down to the heel. Very painful to walk and rest does not help. I have always been very active after these operations. Trained a lot with a physiotherapist, and went on a lot of hikes. Today I can not go long walks, this is stopped by a lot of pain. Is again referred to the Coast Hospital, and is a little nervous about this. Do I have reason for that?