I've had chronic back pain for the past 3 or so years brought on by years of poor posture at the computer and training thai boxing intensely.
Tried various doctors, physios, osteos, acupuncture, tonnes of massage, cupping.
Finally saw some progress this year - one osteo noticed my lower back and sacrum was misaligned and adjusted it and magically the chronic pain at the lower region improved and started to shift. I also began Pilates which I believe helps to reduce the pain and improve your posture and strength - massively recommend it.
Still get pains and joint issues with the upper area now, and actually semi-sprained my lower last week but have rested and used ice baths which has helped.
Advice: try as many pros as possible, they all give you differing advice. A doctor said I had myo-fascia syndrome, after a rushed 5 min consultation - a physio later laughed at this. Do Pilates - it is designed for the spine and back posture, I found it to help and quite enjoyed it and found it relaxing. And movement and exercise is an absolute must - swimming helps.
Don't train hard martial arts. I'm struggling to fix my back and progress in BJJ.
Tried various doctors, physios, osteos, acupuncture, tonnes of massage, cupping.
Finally saw some progress this year - one osteo noticed my lower back and sacrum was misaligned and adjusted it and magically the chronic pain at the lower region improved and started to shift. I also began Pilates which I believe helps to reduce the pain and improve your posture and strength - massively recommend it.
Still get pains and joint issues with the upper area now, and actually semi-sprained my lower last week but have rested and used ice baths which has helped.
Advice: try as many pros as possible, they all give you differing advice. A doctor said I had myo-fascia syndrome, after a rushed 5 min consultation - a physio later laughed at this. Do Pilates - it is designed for the spine and back posture, I found it to help and quite enjoyed it and found it relaxing. And movement and exercise is an absolute must - swimming helps.
Don't train hard martial arts. I'm struggling to fix my back and progress in BJJ.