Tuesday, 18 September 2018

A pain-free back and other benefits of doing yoga


Doctors constantly treating patients who are suffering from chronic back pain know only too well the everyday problems with such a malady.  There are instances where the back pain is so severe as to prompt surgery.  However, most of the time, all it takes is a bit of therapy, rest, and medicine. 


The patient should know that there are ways to supplement recovery from chronic back pain.  One of these is the practice of yoga.  Yoga has been around for centuries and has been developed over time to aid in the development of body flexibility and help the circulation of blood.  Both processes significantly aid in coping with chronic back pain.


But that’s not all.  Along with promoting muscle strength and overall flexibility and improving blood circulation, yoga soothes aches and pains, not just of the back, but also of the neck, and joints all around the body.


Yoga also helps in maintaining proper posture at all times and delays the uncomfortable signs of aging such as arthritis.  It also strengthens the bones that inevitably turn more brittle through time, battling the onset of osteoporosis.


The increased heart rate of a person doing yoga also means better health for the cardiovascular system, which is good for patients experiencing hypertension, diabetes, and stress.



So, what are you waiting for?  Try yoga now. 

Dr. Karl Jawhari, DC, a certified Health Coach by the U.S. Wellness Chamber of Commerce, is the founder of Core Integrative Health and Dallas Spine and Disc. He established these centers to provide medical solutions and relief to thousands of Americans living with chronic pain. For further information and reviews on chronic pain, visit this website.