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16 Ways to Get Rid of Lower Back Pain for Good Denise Mann, MS
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Understanding lower back pain
Low back pain can do more than keep you from the activities and people you love, it can also rob you of your quality of life and ability to get a good night s rest.
And you are not alone. Up to 80 percent of people will experience back pain during the course of their lives. Back pain is the most common reason for missed work and the third most frequent reason people visit the doctor s office, according to the American Chiropractic Association. (Here are more surprising reasons for back pain.)
What to Do When Walking Causes Lower Back Pain Denise Mann, MS
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When walking hurts
Walking is a great thing you can do for your health. Aiming for at least 10,000 steps a day is even better.
The benefits for your heart, lungs, and mental health are well-known, but sometimes there can be a downside walking may cause or worsen lower back pain.
As many as 80 percent of people in the United States will develop back pain at some point in their lives, making it the third most common reason for doctor visits, according to the American Chiropractic Association.