Does anyone wear a Back Brace

[psnt1ol]

I threw out my back yesterday doing practically nothing. I been in bed for the last 2 days and I am wondering if anyone wear a back brace while working on cars. It seems like a good idea.

P.S.
I am grossly out of shape and I have been packing on pounds lately (quit smoking). I am sure this contribute to my back problems as well.

 

[ShaunD]

Get to a chiropractor and take all their advice on how to correct your situation and issues. Icing is one of the best things for most injuries.
I don't wear a brace but have thought about trying something for times when I'm having to lean over horizontal panels with my knees locked.
Hope you recover and start getting back in shape.
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[VISITOR]

i have a lower aching back from time to time and one thing i do to keep in shape is swim a few days a week. it stretches your whole body out and is probably the best kind of excercise you can do. not to mention it's low impact. swimming is like lifting light weights and running (cardio) all in one...

 

[ShaunD]

Oh! FYI, most people "throw their back's out" using bad posture and lifting techniques. When you start to lean forward you engage your back muscles which are supporting about 2/3 of your body weight. That is work for your back and if those muscles aren't warmed up along with bad posture/alignment you will constantly injure yourself. So think about 2/3 of the average person's body weight; average 66-180lbs., and think about picking up just that weight alone. Just putting the scenario into perspective/reality.
Yoga and Pilates are two other no-low impact exercises that will help tremendously. At the least everyone should practice some basic yoga poses several times a week. Most people don't breath properly and don't warm up and stretch properly. Yoga takes care of all that. The basic/core technique of Pilates is to tuck your hips(roll/thrusting them forward from the bottom/tail bone). This keeps the lumbar and thoracic from being strained and out of alignment; puts the lower back in the proper posture. Doing these things will keep you from needing a back brace and out of the ER/chiropractic office. Don't forget to ice you back for 20-30 minutes twice a day for the first few days.

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[jfelbab]

I have a damaged disk between L5 and S1 vertebra and am able to control the issue with daily stretching and exercise. If you are like I was, I was taking better care of my cars than my body. Once you are back on your feet, start a daily exercise routine first thing in the morning before you start anything else. Strengthening the muscles that support all that weight will take the stress off the joints.

Another note... as you get older you will naturally loose muscle mass so you will be more susceptible to repeat occurrences. You might want to see a therapist to get you started on an exercise routine specific to your needs and one that won't cause damage. Don't just start doing a hundred sit-ups.