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Yoga and Back Pain

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 19, 2013


Yoga and Back Pain - Introduction

Back pain, one of the common problems of present day, is caused due to the stress and tension in the muscles that support the spine.


Sedentary lifestyle, stress, overuse or under use of the back, postural mistakes are unconscious triggers to the widespread problem of back pain.

Regular exercise is a saving grace that brings relief to back pain.

A regular practice of yoga offers an effective cure for back pain. It has proven to be a safe and effective way to alleviate many forms of back pain and also prevent its recurring bouts.

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