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1.Weak muscles, due to lack of exercise. The body’s muscles work together as a unit. The upper torso is held up by the shoulder muscles and upper back muscles (trapezius and lats) as well as the pectorals or chest muscles in front. The lower torso is carried by the abdominals in front and the lower back muscles. It’s important for an exercise plan for back pain to work on not only the major back muscles, like the erector spinae, lats and trapezius but also muscles in the front of the body. The abdominal muscles are very important as they help to support the weight of the trunk and so keep the spine and upper body straight. The abs comprise the internal and external obliques down the side of your waist, and the six-pack muscles or the rectus abdominus, that run down the middle of your abdomen.

2.Poor range of movement in the back muscles or lack of flexibility. This is also caused by lack of regular exercise. If you perform a sudden movement outside of your normal range of motion you can strain your muscles. For example, if you twist suddenly and your lower back muscles are inflexible, you are likely to strain these muscles. You need to stretch the muscles of the back regularly.

3.Tight muscles in the legs, chest and shoulders. Because the body is a unit, you need to stretch connected muscles. The hamstring muscles and gluteal muscles, if tight, can cause rounding of the lower back, and which will cause back pain. Stiff shoulder muscles will likely cause neck and upper back pain. Tight chest muscles pull on the shoulder and will also likely cause neck and shoulder pain.

4.Poor posture. Most of us sit for most of the day. This means sitting at your desk, the couch or driving your car. We often have poor posture while sitting, which causes back pain over time. Poor posture while standing or walking will also affect your back. If you round your shoulders when you stand or walk, this will lead to upper back pain. Stonger muscles, developed through exercise, will correct poor posture.

5.Moving your body incorrectly. A common way of pulling and straining back muscles is whilst picking up objects. I’ve done that a few times, as I’m sure most of us have. When picking up objects, bend your legs and let the legs take the weight, not the back. Everyday actions like getting into and out of a car or sitting down in a chair are also important to be aware of. Twisting your body when you get into or out of a car can strain your back.

6.Being overweight. This puts a lot of strain on the back. If you are overweight you are likely to also be less flexible, with a smaller range of motion. This will mean that sudden movements will be more likely to cause muscle strains.

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