About 80 percent of adult population in the United States experience low back pain in his/her lifetimes. It can be caused by a variety of problems; the vast majority of low back pain is mechanical in nature. In many cases, low back pain is associated with general degeneration of the spine associated with normal wear and tear that occurs in the joints (McCance & Huether, 2014). Lower back pain can be acute or chronic because it is connected with spinal muscles, nerves, bones, discs or tendons in the lumbar spine.
Typical sources of low back pain include: the large nerve roots that go to the legs may be irritated, the smaller nerves that supply the low back may be irritated, the large paired lower back muscles…show more content… In general, surgery is recommended if there is evidence of worsening nerve damage. However, there are some conventionally used treatments such as hot or cold packs have never been proven to resolve low back pain; however, it may help ease pain and reduce inflammation for individuals with acute or chronic pain, which allowing greater mobility (Fritz, Magel, McFadden, Asche, et al., 2015).
Activity is very important, individuals should limited bed rest and begins stretching exercises and resume normal daily activities as soon as possible; however, should be avoid movements that aggravate pain. Bed rest alone could make back pain worse and can lead to secondary complications such as depression, decreased muscle tone, and blood clots in the legs (2015).
Strengthening exercises are not advised for acute low back pain, but may be an effective way to speed recovery from chronic low back pain. Maintaining and building muscle strength is important for individuals with skeletal irregularities. One of the beneficial of exercise, it is that help improve coordination and develop proper posture and muscle balance such as yoga (2015).
Physical therapy programs strengthen core muscle groups that support the low back, improve mobility and flexibility, as well as promote proper positioning and posture which are often used in combinations with other interventions
