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If you’ve suffered with low back pain you have probably heard a wild range of stories and opinions from friends and family, and even outdated advice from doctors to rest and rely on painkillers which has left you confused, frustrated and unable to get long-term relief. Here are some of the most common low back pain myths people who visit our White Plains clinic have been told which has actually made their low back pain much worse, and stopped them living the life they deserve.

MYTH #1 - avoid weightlifting after low back injuries
The biggest myth about low back pain that Justin Vaidyan hears from people in White Plains is that they should never lift weights again after a low back injury. This is a common belief among 90% of his clients who visit a doctor and are advised to avoid squatting or deadlifting. To help someone return to daily activities like sitting up and down from a chair or bending forward, lifting weights, and conditioning the spine is essential. Justin views the spine as a building block. Just as strength training breaks down and builds up muscle tissues, loading the spine creates resilience and strength. A well-conditioned spine is less prone to future injuries. Strength training helps in stabilizing the core and improving posture, which are critical in preventing back pain. By gradually increasing the load, individuals can ensure their spine and surrounding muscles adapt, becoming more robust over time. Overcoming the fear of re-injury is an essential part of the rehabilitation process. Engaging in weightlifting under the guidance of a trained professional can help individuals regain confidence in their physical abilities, thereby reducing the psychological impact of the injury.
MYTH #2 - resting alleviates low back pain
A common myth is that resting for three months will ease low back pain. However, prolonged rest can cause tightness in some areas and overuse in others, leading to hip or knee pain. Many people relying on rest struggle to return to activities like running or powerlifting, often creating compensations that result in further injury. While rest is helpful initially, strengthening the spine through gradual loading is key for recovery. Excessive rest can weaken muscles that support the spine, increasing the risk of future injuries. It also doesn't address the root causes of back pain, such as poor posture or muscle imbalances. A 65-year-old client who injured his back while deadlifting was advised by his doctor to stop lifting. After four to six months of treatment, he regained strength and was able to safely squat and perform a handstand push-up, demonstrating that age doesn’t limit spine strength or fitness.
MYTH #3 - injections will fix low back pain
A common myth is that regular injections every three to six months will relieve low back pain. While they may reduce severe pain temporarily, they don’t restore full activity levels or address the need for strength and stability in the spine. Although doctors may recommend injections, they don’t enable return to activities like lifting, running, or squatting. In fact, repeated injections can degrade tissues in the lower back. Injections don’t restore full functionality or address the root causes of pain, such as the need for improved spine strength and flexibility. Over-reliance on injections can lead to dependency, masking underlying issues and delaying more effective long-term solutions. Physical therapy should be the first treatment option, with injections considered only if conservative methods fail. Justin advocates exploring natural treatments first.
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