Previously, I explained how a Backbridge could help you relieve pain caused not only by forward hunching, but also aging, exercise (like sit-ups), and daily life stressors. You may see your chiropractor or physical therapist a few times a month. For a fraction of the time and cost of a chiropractor or physical therapist visit, you can use the Backbridge to get back pain relief at home, increase flexibility, and sustain back health. I believe it is important to complement treatment from medical practitioners with regular and routine stretching to help reduce soreness and tightness, and increase flexibility.
The Benefits of Improved Flexibility
I have seen many patients and athletes who have more than adequate strength and aerobic function, but who are severely lacking in flexibility. Flexibility affects your ability to bend and move.
To be truly healthy and fit, you need to have a balance of 3 factors: endurance, strength, and flexibility. The benefits of improved flexibility are many, including the following:
5 Stretches For At-Home Back Treatment and Flexibility
If you are incorporating the Backbridge as part of your at-home back treatment, it has 5 stackable levels to do different stretches and adjusts to your own level of flexibility. When I invented the device, I wanted to help people safely reclaim and sustain their back health. And, the stackable levels can help you prevent injuries and discomfort from over-stretching. Listed below are some recommended stretches that you can do in a few minutes a day to improve your flexibility and get back pain relief at home –
A gradual stretching and flexibility program can help to improve posture, prevent some injuries, and enhance performance. With 3 weeks of stretching and sticking to it, you can avoid future pain and improve posture. To maximize the benefits of stretching your back, and promote and sustain a healthy spine, you should move slowly, stretch often, and breathe! Ease into each stretch to reduce the risk of over-stretching and subsequent injury. I recommend that Backbridge’s 75,000+ users incorporate the Backbridge extension twice a day for at least 2 mins. If you have more time, you can do more, but don’t over-do-it. And yes, breathe! It allows you to let go of the stress and achieve a better stretch.