Exercises for a sore back

The introduction of the book briefly explains the causes of back pain, the possibilities of its therapy and self-therapy and the importance of physical activity in its treatment. Readers will also learn about the possibilities of self-diagnosis of faulty posture, shortened and weakened muscles, etc. Attention is paid to the activities of everyday life, such as sitting, standing, lifting and carrying loads, etc., as well as ergonomics and its importance for the prevention and treatment of back pain. One chapter focuses on appropriate and inappropriate sporting activities for back pain and the principles of doing them.

The main part of the book consists of a stack of more than 150 exercises with a precise description of their effect and execution. Exercises are divided according to their effect into stretching, strengthening, relaxation and balancing, as well as according to the spinal segments and muscle groups they target. Breathing and relaxation exercises are also described.

The advantage of the publication is the clarity of the recommended procedures and therefore the possibility of understanding and application of the described exercises by athletes and non-athletes. It has applications in both the preventive and clinical fields. It can also be used as supporting study material for professionals in the field of sport, physical education and physiotherapy.