Thursday, April 21, 2016

Movement Based Treatment Methods For Low Back Pain

By Larry Walker


If it moves, then it is alive. This is the principle behind movement based treatment. This form of therapy has its origin in the East and has been perfected in the West. It is used to promote spiritual, emotional, mental and physical well-being. Motion therapy is a popular medical alternative when dealing with lower back pain.

Some of the obvious benefits of this form of therapy include enhancement of spasm and body posture, assistance in releasing muscle spasms and improving the flexibility of the body. As scientists study human motion and its impact on general well being, areas of improvement have been made to boost effectiveness. They include integration with mediation to produce better results.

There are eastern and western motion practices depending on personal preferences and intended results. Tai Chi and Qigong fall into one cluster of eastern movements. They are preferred by the elderly because of their precarious nature. They have been credited with improving relaxation and restoration of body functions. Their ability to significantly reduce the intensity of pain has increased their uptake. This reduction also comes with mood improvement.

Yoga is also an east based movement therapy option that has psychological and physical components. The emotional aspect of yoga which allows the patient to cope with the distress, decrease stress, regain control of self and be tolerant to pain is what has increased it popularity. The motions focus on the back and can be supported by props to increase flexibility and range. You might require the guidance of a professional to achieve the extreme moves.

Western motion therapy lays greater emphasis on improvement of psychological stability. This has seen the inclusion of aspects that target flexibility of the body, improvement of self esteem, boost on self image and awareness of motion. The aim is to make movement deliberate other than habitual. This takes time, practice and attention. It will distract the mind from thinking about the pain.

The Alexander technique is popular and focuses on correct use of body parts during motion. It aims at creating physical and mental awareness of motion. It also addresses dysfunctional movement patterns and other stress causing motions that would intensify lower back pain. Scientific research has confirmed that it is effective in dealing with lower spinal pain especially during pregnancy and is effective in reducing stress.

Feldenkrais method recognizes that there are alternatives during motion. It is therefore upon and individual to make the right choice. It therefore advocates for re-education of motion. This makes the technique both preventive and therapeutic. It creates awareness on methods that lead to lower back pain. This approach can therefore be used by persons who are yet to experience pain and thus prevent future trouble.

According to Trager therapists, there are mental and emotional patterns that guide holding and release of muscles. This is a basis for using motion therapy to control the holding and releases. As scientists continue to study different therapy options, the alternatives will benefit adherents based on faithful implementation. Therapy is preferred because it is cost effective and does not involve the use of medicines that result in harmful side effects.




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