The Basics
One of the best ways to prevent back pain is to keep your back muscles strong. Follow these steps to help protect your back and prevent back pain:
- Do back strengthening and stretching exercises at least 2 or 3 times a week.
- Sit and stand up straight.
- Avoid heavy lifting. If you do lift something heavy, bend your legs and keep your back straight.
- If you are overweight, lose weight to help lower the strain on your back.
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