I’ve injured my lower back! Now what?
Whether sudden or gradual, the onset of lower back pain is not a pleasant occurrence. As with most health and medical issues, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Lower Back Strain and Sprain
If you have engaged in physical activity that is strenuous for your lower back, then you may suffer from lower back strain. This is when you have over exerted or pulled the muscles in your lower back to the point where they hurt and cause you pain.
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Several years ago, I herniated the L5S1 disc in my lower back. As someone for whom physical activity was and is important, this injury had a substantial impact on my physical and mental well-being. Although it took me some time to adjust, I decided to make the best of the situation.