Blog Audio - Dr Stephen Tolhurst Talks About Common Causes Of Back Pain

It has been noted by more than a few armchair philosophers that “it’s the little things that add up to big problems.” This aphorism applies to many things including back pain. Whether it is poor posture, improper lifting techniques or any number of other bad habits, when they are continued for years, these little things can add up to big pain. Back pain can be the unintended consequence of everyday activities. In some extreme cases, long term damage to the muscles of the back and even the spine can occur. Correcting or avoiding these activities might save a trip to Texas Back Institute. Common Causes for Back Pain “There are certainly many culprits around the house,” noted Dr. Stephen Tolhurst, a spine surgeon at Texas Back Institute. “The most common problems involve lifting improperly. Failing to bend at the knees to lift a heavy object and putting extreme stress on back muscles can wreak havoc on the back.” “Another common cause for back pain involves staying in one position for a long time with your lower back bent forward. People can also notice significant neck pain when looking upward, keeping one's neck in that position for an extended period of time." Why would someone spend an extended period of time, looking up? “Simply sitting on the floor, looking up at a television for several hours,” Dr. Tolhurst noted. “Or, if someone is changing light bulbs or doing maintenance work around the house such as cleaning ceiling fans. This task can only be completed by looking up for an extended period of time.” Read the full story here: http://texasback.com/about-us/blog/common-activities-which-are-causing-your-back-pain/