Did you know that low back back affects more Americans than anything else. The sad part is that back surgeries are not very successful according to the Texas Back Institute and the AMA. I know this is frustrating for you.

90-95% of all low back pain is from the muscles in your hips and thighs. Having your spine adjusted may help for the short term, but your muscles will pull your vertebrae right back out. Bulging discs and pinched nerves are usually the result of tight muscles.

Active Isolated Stretching, (AIS), has been the best I have seen at resolving back issues. What is different about AIS? The biggest two differences is you never hold a stretch for longer than 2 seconds and, never, use a stretchy band. Always use an 8′ rope or belt, so you can stretch the muscle properly. The beauty of AIS is you can learn how to this at home, your office, or anywhere you are when the pain occurs.

AIS is a series of upper and lower body stretches that takes the pressure off the back by loosening up the hips, hamstrings, and quadriceps. By following theses stretches you may relieve years of constant pain. You may regain the spacing between your vertebrae and joints, which you have lost over the years from the accumulation of activities in your life. I have seen many people whose discs went back into place just from increasing the spacing of their vertebrae. The muscles contribute to your posture and how healthy your structure will be. Poor posture can affect every system in your body including your joints. You should take your joints through their full range of motion, regardless of your age, just like when you were a child. By going through the full range of motion, your body will inject fluid into the joint and lubricate the joint for smooth movement. This fluid is Synovial Fluid.

Very little attention is giving to stretching because we are never taught how to do it the right way. Stretching is very important for your body as it improves blood circulation and better nerve conduction. This will relieve tingling, numbness, and even some neuropathies. Stretching can even help reduce swelling in your feet and hands.

The Lymphatic System is the white blood system that runs throughout your body in parallel with your red blood system. The purpose of the Lymphatic system is to remove toxins within your body which could lead to cancers, diseases, and infections later in your life. Having a good lymphatic system will allow your body to heal itself like it is suppose to. This will reduce your need for medications and surgeries.

As you can see, a good stretching routine can improve your overall health and save you thousands of dollars in healthcare costs. I see many seniors weekly who are on many medications. Most of their aches and pains are eliminated just by stretching their bodies.

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