The Science of Spine Surgery: Insights from Dr Parthasarathy Srinivasan

Back Pain is one of the most common reasons that affects the everyday lives of people. Back pain may appear like a shooting, burning, or stabbing pain in the muscles. Additionally, the pain may travel down the leg. It can get worse with bending, twisting, lifting, standing, or strolling.

When you are not sure about the source of your back pain it is always advised to consult a doctor, so you can get the proper diagnosis and treatment for your back pain. In Chennai, Dr Parthasarathy Srinivasan is regarded as the best spinal surgeon. He initiated Total Spine to help reach people far and wide and help them diagnose and develop successful treatments.

From a simple bad posture or lifting something heavy, to more serious herniated disc or arthritis, several factors can cause back pain. Back pain due to bad posture is one of the most common factors that affects the mobility of people.

One of the most effective ways to treat lower back pain is by introducing the practice of Yoga in our daily routine. The exercises help to stretch and strengthen the muscles that support the back and spine, including the transverse abdominis in the abdomen, which also supports the spine, the multifidus muscles, which serve to stabilize your vertebrae and the paraspinal muscles, which help you bend your spine.

You can enhance your bodily awareness by doing yoga, even for a short time, each day. Your awareness of your stress points and imbalances will improve as a result. This understanding can be used to align and balance your own body.

Here are a few yoga poses that will help you with lower back pain

1. Cat Cow:

This simple, approachable backbend stretches and moves the spine. You can stretch your torso, shoulders, and neck by performing this posture. Muscles that are worked by performing this pose are:

erector spinae

rectus abdominis

triceps

serratus anterior

gluteus maximus

To do this Yoga pose:

Go down on all fours.

Put your legs below your hips and your wrists beneath your shoulders.

Distribute your weight equally among the four spots.

Look up, take a deep breath, and let your stomach descend towards the mat.

Draw your navel towards your spine, tuck your head into your chest, and arch your spine upwards as you exhale.

As you perform this exercise, stay mindful of your body.

Pay attention to noting and releasing any muscle tension in your body.

For at least a minute, keep up this fluid movement.

2. Downward-Facing Dog:

This traditional forward lunge can be calming and reviving. This pose can assist with sciatica and back pain relief. It helps to work out imbalances in the body and improves strength. Muscles that are worked by performing this pose are:

hamstrings

deltoids

gluteus maximus

triceps

quadriceps

To do this Yoga pose:

Go down on all fours.

Place your hands in alignment under your wrists and your knees under your hips.

Lift your knees up, tuck your toes under, and press into your palms.

Your sitting bones should be raised up towards the ceiling.

Keep your knees slightly bent, lengthen your spine, and lift your tailbone.

Keep your heels off the ground a little bit.

Firmly press against your palms.

Consider where your hips and shoulders are in relation to one another as you equally distribute your weight between the two sides of your body.

Keep your chin slightly tucked in or in line with your upper limbs.

For up to a minute, maintain this posture.

3. Extended Triangle:

Back discomfort, sciatica, and neck pain may be lessened by adopting this traditional standing position. It strengthens your shoulders, torso, and legs while stretching your spine, hips, and groin. Additionally, it might lessen anxiety and tension. Muscles that are worked by performing this pose are:

latissimus dorsi

internal oblique

gluteus maximus and medius

hamstrings

quadriceps

To do this Yoga pose:

Place your feet about four feet apart as you move from standing.

Your left toes should be pointed out at an inclination, and your right toes should face forward.

With your hands down, extend your arms parallel to the ground.

To bring your arm and body forward, tilt your head forward and hinge at your right hip.

Bring your hand to a yoga block, your leg, or the ground.

Your left arm should be raised up and pointed upward.

Look up, ahead, or downward.

Stay in this position for up to a minute.

Continue on the other side.

Make sure any workout for back pain is safe for you before attempting it by consulting with your doctor or a spinal surgeon. You should see a spine surgeon if your back discomfort is severe or doesn't get better on its own. A spine surgeon can make an exact diagnosis and create the best treatment strategy for you. Through a successful tenure as an orthopedic surgeon with a focus on spine surgery, Dr Parthasarathy Srinivasan provides expert spinal care, Consult now!