Back Pain When You Stand? Do this for relief.
By: Dr. Tiffany T. Butler | March 22, 2023 | Read Time: 4 minutes
For some people, walking causes an increase in back pain; whereas others experience relief when performing movements such as walking. If you find it hard to stand or walk for 5 minutes without experiencing back pain, then try riding a stationary bike, swimming, or water aerobics. Low-impact exercises place less stress on the joints, thus allowing you to perform exercises with less pain.
Who Should Perform Low-Impact Exercises?
If you experience one or more of the following, then you should perform low-impact exercises:
- You exercise every now and then (inconsistent with physical activity)
- You are over 50 years old.
- You have a history of back surgery.
- You have a history of hip, knee, or ankle/foot surgery
- You have a history of chronic back pain
- You cannot walk for 5 minutes without experiencing back pain.
- You cannot stand for 5 minutes without experiencing back pain.
- You cannot sit for 5 minutes without experiencing back pain.
- You have a new back injury
- You were recently involved in a motor vehicle collision that caused back pain.
Stay Active with Low-Impact Exercises
Performing low-impact exercises will allow you to continue to stay active. Most people, when they are experiencing pain, will cease to participate in any form of physical activity. Resting, although it is helpful in the early stage of healing, can cause a delay in healing if you do not incorporate exercise and/or stretching after a back injury.
What Are Low-Impact Exercises?
Low-impact exercises are activities that do not overexert the heart and lungs; in addition, it places little impact on the bones and joints. Low-impact exercises (e.g., walking, swimming) can be performed for an extended period, compared to high-impact exercises (e.g., running, jumping), which place more physical demands on the body.
Types of Low-Impact Exercises
- Walking
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Water aerobics
- Yoga
- Pilates
Click here to learn why movement is key to relieving and managing back pain.
Dr. Tiffany T. Butler (aka “The Pain Doctor”) is a chiropractor, author, and entrepreneur. She leads Harmonious Living Chiropractic: Fitness & Wellness Center, a pain management practice, in offering healthcare solutions that focus on patient-centered care. Her team consists of individuals who are passionate about improving patient outcomes by providing chiropractic care, in conjunction with therapeutic procedures. Their services have helped hundreds of people find pain relief and improved their quality of life. To learn more about Dr. Butler visit https://www.drtiffanybutler.com/dr-butler/ Connect with Dr. Butler on social media #drtiffanybutler @drtiffanybutler
