If you are among the
countless
individuals struggling with
low back pain or the complications
that come with herniated discs, you are not alone. The
path
to relief can feel daunting, but
understanding
the importance of the multifidus muscle in your
recovery can be a life-changing
and inspiring experience. This
often-overlooked
muscle is important not only for
stabilizing your spine but also
for reinstating your quality of
life. By actively engaging
in targeted strengthening exercises, you are
taking the first significant
step toward reclaiming your desired quality of
life.
Together at New Roads Chiropractic Center, we will look
at how nurturing this
vital muscle can lead to a
healthier, pain-free future with our [[targeltocation]] chiropractic
care.
BACK PAIN AND THE DISC HERNIATION
For patients having
low back pain or
issues related to herniated
discs, recent
research features the critical
value of focusing on
the multifidus muscle through structured
strengthening exercises. The
multifidus muscle, a main stabilizer of
the spine, plays an essential role in
maintaining proper posture
and spinal alignment. A study by
Tsartsapakis et al. (1) specifically
compares various core stability
exercises and their success
at enhancing
muscle thickness during
different activation maneuvers. The findings
uncover that tailored
core exercises not only make better
the strength of the
multifidus muscle but also significantly
boost its overall
functionality, which is
vital for stabilizing the spine
during movement and everyday
actions.
ACTIVE REHAB HELPS MUSCLE RECOVER
Moreover, research done
by James et al. (2) underscores
the significance of active rehabilitation in
decreasing fibrosis
– thickening of
the connective tissue - in the multifidus muscle
after intervertebral disc injury.
Their work indicates
that dedicated
activation of the multifidus can mitigate
some of the adverse effects linked to
disc-related injuries, such as chronic pain and
decreased
mobility, leading to better
recovery outcomes. This suggests
that a proactive approach to rehabilitation can
enrich healing
processes, promoting the
regeneration of muscle tissue and
improving overall spinal
health.
EXERCISE FOR THE MULTIFIDUS
By incorporating these
directed
exercises into your New Roads chiropractic treatment
plan, you can nurture
resilience in your lower back,
[ease|alleviate|lessen]55] pain, and enhance
your quality of life. The treatment plan at
New Roads Chiropractic Center includes spinal manipulation
- which is shown to
decrease spinal stiffness and increase multifidus
thickness after the first spinal manipulation
(3) - and
exercise. These
exercises can include variations such as bridging,
bird-dogs, and specific
stability drills that engage the
multifidus while also
strengthening the surrounding core
muscles. Remember, while
strengthening the multifidus muscle is a
vital
strategy, it is essential to
always consult with your
chiropractor to develop a
personalized exercise regimen
that takes into account your [[personal|unique]
needs and conditions. Your journey to recovery is
a partnership
between you and your New Roads healthcare
providers including
New Roads Chiropractic Center, and we are here to
help you along the way, ensuring
you have the resources and direction
needed for a successful
recovery and a return to your daily
activities.
CONTACT New Roads Chiropractic Center
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. James Cox on The Back
Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson
as he describes
the effectiveness of the
combining gentle
treatment with The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain
Management and
strengthening the multifidus muscle.
Schedule your next New Roads
chiropractic
visit with New Roads Chiropractic Center
today!