Back Care - Back Pain Relief

Back Care Yoga with Rodney Yee DVD

A holistic solution including poses to ease pain, strengthen the back and torso and improve flexibility. Includes a medical analysis of yogas effectiveness for back health, plus bonus sequence to improve posture while seated. With Rodney Yee. 60 minutes.

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Back for Life - Richard Convery - Book

How to Dramatically Reduce Your Back Pain Over many years of searching for answers and relief from almost constant severe back pain Richard Convery tells us, my cry for help hinged around this thought "Why do I feel so helpless and dependent on others to FIX me??"

SURELY THERE MUST BE SOMETHING I CAN DO TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO MY OWN PAIN?

Well..there is! For almost twenty years now I have been free of the physical, emotional and financial burden of chronic back pain.

Am I now 100% exempt from a painful back? NO. However as soon as I detect any reaction that most healthy people might experience from heavy lifting, being in a physically awkward position, becoming excessively tired, stressed or whatever else might make a person's back ache, I can take immediate action to restore my well being and I DON'T have to run off to see someone for help.

Over the past 12 years or so I have helped hundreds, probably thousands, of people to do the same and the great news is that if you are keen enough to help yourself, YOU CAN TOO.

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Be Kind to Your Spine: Back Care Pilates

Back pain is one of the most common ailments plaguing adults today. Take back your quality of life by strengthening core muscles around the spine, shoulders and abdomen. "Be Kind to Your Spine: Back Care Pilates Level 1" is a great way to improve flexibility, mobility and functional fitness.
A beginner workout suitable for all ages and ability levels.

Required equipment: Exercise mat
Level of difficulty: 1

Pain Free Posture: Back Care Pilates DVD

The back is the foundation for functional fitness. Everyone can benefit from strengthening the deep support muscles around the spine. In "Pain-free Posture: Back Care Pilates," You are coached through an exercise program that engages both mind and body as you work towards a strong, healthy, stress-free back.

Recommended for those who have mastered "Be Kind to Your Spine: Back Care Pilates level 1." Also ideal for fitness instructors and rehabilitation practitioners.
Required equipment: Exercise mat
Level of difficulty: 1

The Secret to a Strong Back

Improve your posture and develop a strong, pain-free back using the STOTT PILATES® Stability Ball™. This workout will help to stabilize the muscles that protect your back, in addition to strengthening your abs while toning arms and legs.

• Strengthen and flatten your abs
• Stabilize muscles that protect your back
• Enjoy a more mobile, active lifestyle
• Get toned, lean arms & legs

Required Equipment: Exercise Mat and Stability Ball™
Covers 21 exercises
Difficulty level: 1

DVD 96min I Workout 36min

Back in Action - Lisa Westlake DVD

The innovative back exercise program uses the fitball, ideal for improving four vital aspects of back health: mobility, core stability, strength and flexibility.

Whether complimenting other professional back therapy or simply intending to keep your back in great condition, Back in Action is a program that everyone can benefit from

The Body Control Pilates Back Book

By Lynne Robinson, Helge Fisher & Paul Massey A self-help manual focusing on back pain prevention and rehabilitation using the Pilates body conditioning system. Three in five of us will suffer from backache in our lives. In order to mitigate against the worst-case scenario, Pilates strengthens your back and also the supporting muscles so that it doesn't take all the strain. It exercises deeply but gently to rebalance the posture.

The "Back Book" is a one-stop reference guide, explaining how the back works, why backache occurs, the different types of back pain, when to seek professional help, lifestyle tips for prevention and exercises to promote flexibility and hold the correct posture. For those already suffering, a special remedial programme of exercises is designed to restore mobility.

Treat Your Own Back

by Robin McKenzie

This easy to follow patient handbook has sold over 3 million copies and provides the reader with an active treatment plan to resolve and manage back pain. Now in its 6th edition, this book for patients and the general public has probably helped more people achieve freedom from back  pain than any other publication.

Treat Your Own Neck

by Robin McKenzie

Consumer health text on self-management self-management with emphasis on the improvement of the structure and metabolism of the soft tissues, including the disc.

Since the 1980's, Robin McKenzie's techniques have become widely accepted and are now taught in many physical therapy schools. This book was originally published in 1983 and is now in its 3rd edition. Topics include causes of neck pain, posture, exercises, prevention and a "Panic Page". This easy to follow, illustrated manual helps people manage their own neck pain.

Total Spinal Support

Exclusive Features
Full Back Support
Assists in the relief of back pain
Promotes good posture and correct spinal alignment
Lateral support flanks 'hold' you in superb comfort
The perfect backrest support if you spend long hours driving

A sturdy, hard wearing full back support for car, office or home featuring unique flanking supports designed to prevent lateral movement and relieve stress on the lumbar spine and rib cage.

Cushion: Moulded urethane foam sealed inside cover.
Cover: High quality tailored velour
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Back Huggar

Assists in the relief of back pain
Provides support for your lower back
Promotes good posture and correct spinal alignment
Portable and lightweight, can be used on any chair anywhere
Adjustable elastic strap holds Back Huggar in position

Adjustable and economical Lower Back Support available in memory foam. A home health care product featuring a unique insert which can be removed if you want to reduce the product width or modify the amount of lumbar support.

Also features an in-built spinal support column designed to accommodate and cushion the spine and provide snug lower back support.

Zipped corduroy cover easily removed for cleaning. Stretch-elastic ties allow for fixing to chairs etc.
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McKenzie Back Support Lumbar Rolls

Used in clinics and hospitals worldwide, this is the lumbar support that has helped literally hundreds-of-thousands achieve freedom from common low back pain.

Poor posture is a common cause of back and neck pain. This roll, which can be strapped around the waist or placed onto a chair, prevents slouching which flattens out the back's natural curve and stretches out ligaments. Slouching can lead to back pain and back problems.

Specifically developed by Robin McKenzie after years of testing and observing the effects of back supports, the Original McKenzie? Standard Density Lumbar Roll is made to his exact standards.

Size: 11" long x 5"radius x 15 1/2" around

The Original SlimLine Lumbar Roll

The Original SlimLine Lumbar Roll has been designed to compliment existing lumbar support, such as that found in modern cars and some modern seating. The Original McKenzie SlimLine has the McKenzie adjustable strap and a removable washable PolarFleece cover, giving it a luxurious feel.

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The D-Shaped Lumbar Roll

The D-Shaped Lumbar Roll is a firmer density roll.

It provides good lower back support and with its flat back, sits comfortably against a chair.
The D-Shaped Lumbar Roll has the McKenzie adjustable strap and a removable washable cover.

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The Original Lumbar Roll

The Original Lumbar Roll is made from medium density foam and is quite soft. The Lumbar Roll has the McKenzie adjustable strap and a removable washable cover.

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The SuperRoll

The SuperRoll is made from injected moulded foam, it provides the support without the bulk. It has a removable washable cover and the McKenzie adjustable strap. It is a very cost effective way to reduce postural stress due to a poor sitting position.

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Good Posture Kneel Chair

Improve Posture
With this ergonomic sit-on, kneel-on chair, which you can walk into without having to throw the leg over a central column.
Stress relief and stress reduction
Take some of the stress away from the lower spine by transferring the load through the thighs into the kneeling pad.
Beautifully upholstered in velour, with frame in chrome-plated tubular steel. Seat and knees also have two adjustment points which allow them to be moved closer together for shorter persons. Ideal for office, home, homework. Suits all desk heights.
Features
Easily disassembled and reassembled for portability
One size suits all 10 years and over
Two height adjustments
Upholstered in hard wearing automotive velour
Angled tubular steel under seat and knee pad provides additional strength and eliminates the need for cumbersome cross members
Beautiful clean lines, looks great
Soft, yet supportive seat and knee cushion
Strong construction
When sitting on the Good Posture Chair, your trunk weight is transferred through the thighs to the kneeling pad ... your abdominal muscles work effectively and without fatigue to maintain the correct lumbar curve.