Lower Back Pain relief Stretches and Exercises
Dr Barry Marks, Chiropractor, Orange, CA 92868
Therapy Ball Abs
In order to keep your back healthy and strong, you need to keep the “front” of your back tight. That means your abdominal muscles (abs) must be firm.
Try this alternative to regular sit-ups or crunches.
Lie flat on your back with your legs resting on a large Swiss/Therapy ball.
Reach your arms out and curl your shoulders up off the floor, hold for 1 second.
Lower your shoulders and repeat.
As in all ab routines, go until you cannot do another. Rest for 10 seconds then repeat. 2-3 sets like this should be sufficient.
You may substitute a chair or the side of a sofa for the ball.
To really work your abs, try different exercises and mix things up to work all aspects of the abdominal wall. Try a set of Therapy Ball Abs, followed by a set of Regular Crunches then a set of Oblique Crunches.
Orange County Car Accident Back Pain Info
by Auto Accident Specialist Dr Barry Marks, Chiropractor Orange, CA 92868
Back Pain due to Car Accidents
If you are having back pain as the result of an auto accident injury, in addition to the information on this blog, go check out my auto accident specific site at http://occaraccident.wordpress.com
While whiplash neck injuries are more common after a car crash, low back injuries also occur with great frequency. Low back pain due to low back disc herniation or disc bulges are not uncommon. Many crash victims note their back pain comes on gradually and is delayed sometimes by weeks or even months, which is often due to discs being injured and slowly breaking down.
Back sprain is the most common type of lower back injury after a car crash and is characterized by pain at the junction between the lower back and tailbone that causes pain to be felt running across the lower back. This involves injury of the facet joint ligaments and cartilage and misalignment of the affected spinal bones. With proper chiropractic treatment, most of these cases will resolve in time.
Pain that does not resolve, worsens or begins to run into the buttocks or down the leg is a sign that a disc was most likely injured and has slowly failed. Symptoms like these require an MRI for evaluation of the discs and nerves and recovery will be much slower. Treatments such as DRX9000 spinal decompression may be successful at rehabilitating the injured discs and relieving the pain. Failure of that to cure the lower back pain, surgery may be the next option.
Lower back pain is a fairly common occurrence after a car accident. Proper evaluation and treatment are crucial to return the spine to normal and to avoid chronic pain.
Orange County, CA Disc bulge, Herniated disc, Degenerative disc disease, Sciatica, Stenosis, and Arthritis treatment information
Dr Barry Marks, Chiropractor, Orange, CA 92868
Orange County Chiropractor, Author and Back Pain Expert, Dr Barry Marks, DC invites you to attend his upcoming Free teleseminar, “New Hope for Back Pain & Sciatica” this Thursday at 7 pm PST.
During this important 60 min call you will learn:
Why your back hurts
Why your past treatments have failed
Why your condition is likely to worsen if you don’t act soon
The truth about acupuncture, chiropractic, shots and surgery
And more!
As Dr. Marks’ guest, you will also be eligible for special “seminar-only” gifts and bonuses just for attending.
The Free back pain & sciatica seminar is filled with info every back pain sufferer must know before they make their problem even worse.
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Lower Back Pain Stretches and Exercises
Dr Barry L Marks, DC
Orange, CA
Lower Back Arch
The lower back arch is good to stretch out and elongate your entire spine. This may relieve pain and tension from back strains, disc herniation, bulging discs, degenerative disc disease and arthritis.
Assume a hands and knees position
Arch your back up
Tuck your tail and head downward and squeeze lightly while exhaling
Take a breath in and straighten your back then repeat
Lower Back Pain Stretches and Exercises for Back Pain Dr Barry L Marks, DC
Orange, CA
A good stretch for lower back pain due to disc herniation, bulging disc, degenerative disc disease, sacroiliac strain and tight lower back due to a strain is the Knee-to-Chest stretch.
Simply lie flat on your back
Bend your knees and grasp them with your hands
Pull knees up towards chest and hold for a 5 count
Lower slightly and repeat
An alternative is to use only one knees at a time or to bring one knee up towards the opposite shoulder and hold. This is good for stretching the sacroiliac joint.
Spinal Decompression Therapy for back pain & sciatica
Dr Barry L Marks, DC
Orange County, CA
Severe back pain sufferers who have been diagnosed with disc herniation, bulging discs or degenerative disc disease have a viable option besides shots and surgery. Spinal decompression with a DRX9000 is quickly becoming a popular alternative to traditional medical treatment for lower back pain.
But many potential patients wonder what spinal decompression is all about. Is it safe? Is it painful? Who can recieve this therapy? What does the machine look like?
Here is a brief introductory video into Spinal Decompression…
For more information on spinal decompression and to see if it is the therapy for you, visit http://orangespinaldecompression.com
Lower Back Pain Stretches from Orange County Lower Back Pain expert
Dr Barry Marks, DC | Orange, CA 92868
Back Extension:
This stretching exercise for lower back pain may help alleviate the following causes of back pain: disk herniation, bulging disc, back strain and subluxation. It is not recommend for facet syndrome.
Stretch your back into this position and hold for a count of 5
Release tension slightly
Repeat 10-20 times.
This stretch for back pain can be a beneficial part of a lower back pain treatment program to relieve your lower back pain and strengthen your core muscles for lasting back pain relief.
Lower Back Pain Diagnosis and Back Pain Treatment Information
Dr Barry L Marks, DC | Orange County Back Pain Specialist
A common question I get is “How can I have pain, when there is no disc bulge or herniated disc and there is no pressure on my nerves on the MRI? My doctor says I have no bulge so he doesn’t know why I hurt…”
It’s an excellent question really and one that often stumps doctors. The answer lies in the anatomy of the spine and disc in particular. Up until about 20 years ago doctors thought the discs and supporting ligaments of the spine had no nerve supply. We now know however that the outer layers of the disc called the annulus and the broad ligament that runs up and down the back of each spinal bone (posterior longitudinal ligament) are both supplied by the sinuvertebral nerve. This nerve carries pain impulses from these structures.
When you think of nerves, you may think of a sinlge wire leading from the spine to it’s intended target like wiring in your house or car. It’s a nice and neat way to think. The reality is however, that nerves are more like ivy. A main nerve may lead to the target, but once there the nerve divides into many tiny fibers that spread out over the area. So it is in your disc and posterior longitiduinal ligament.
So when your disc is in trouble and beghins to become dehydrated and deteriorates (degenerative disc disease) it has been found that your nerves begin multiplying and cover the area even more densly. This leads to a disc that is hypersensitive and when the nerves are irritated they bombard your brain with pain messages. The nerves that are embedded in your discs tell the brain to sense pain directly over the spine. Therefore, if you have degenerative disc disease of your last disc, your L5 disc, you will perceive pain in the midline of your lower back just above your tailbone.
The reason you do not experience sciatica is because the nerves that cause sciatic pain (pain down your butt to your legs and feet) are further away from the disc in the hole between the spinal bones known as the foramen. To irritate these nerves, there needs to be pressure into the foramen by either a space that is diminished by the two bones coming closer together as the disc deteriorates or from a bulge or herniation poking into the foramen and onto the nerves.
So, if you are sufferifng from pain that is in the midline of your spine and you have a positive MRI for dehydration (desiccation) or degenerative disc disease, but no bulge or herniation it is likely you are suffering from disc disease that is affecting the sinuvertebrtal nerve.
Back pain treatment information
Orange, CA
Back pain specialist Dr Barry L Marks, DC
Author of “Cure for Lower Back Pain”
Many regard taking medications for lower back pain to be safe and with little risk. Afterall, it is the first course of treatment in traditional medical treatment of back pain.
But are medications really safe?
Here are a few drug facts to consider:
According to Canadian researchers, approximately 32,000 hospitalized patients (and possibly as many as 106,000) in the USA die each year because of adverse reactions to their prescribed medications. (Source: AMA, 1998), Nov. 25, 1998, Vol. 280, No. 20, from the web at http://jama.ama-assn.org/issues/v280n20/ffull/jlt1125-1.html, last accessed Feb. 12, 2001.)
OTC medications as a category are responsible for more than 150,000 hospitalizations every year, according to the Food and Drug Administration, and almost 1000 OTC medications have been linked to liver toxicity, which causes about 2000 deaths annually in the United States (Ford MD et al 2001).
More than 30,000 cases per year of acetaminophen overdose are reported to the American Association of Poison Control Centers (Bartlett D 2004).
NSAIDs results in approximately 107,000 hospitalizations annually for gastrointestinal complications and 16,500 deaths for arthritis patients (Peura DA 2002).
Obviously popping a pill is not without risk. If you are suffering from back pain or arthritis be sure to investigate proven alternative methods that minimize your exposure to dangerous drugs.
Orange, CA
Back pain diagnosis and treatment for lower back pain
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Spinal Decompression Specialist DRX9000 Serving Orange County, Los Angeles & Surrounding Counties”
Orange Professor of Spinal Decompression for Back Pain and Sciatica
Dr. Barry L. Marks, Chiropractor, Author and Lecturer
"OC's Professor of Back Pain & Sciatica"
Former Associate Clinical Professor
Over 22 years Spinal Orthopedics Experience
Advanced Graduate Spine Research Institute of San Diego
Specialized Post-Doctorate Training in Orthopedics
Safe and Effective Relief of Lower Back Pain from:
Stenosis
Bulging Disc
Degenerative Disc
Herniated Disk
Ruptured Disc
Slipped Disc
Foraminal Stenosis
Sciatica
Chronic Low Back Pain
Failed Back Surgery
Facet Arthrosis Syndrome
Disc Desiccation
Caution:This treatment is only for
cases of back and leg pain that have
failed to improve with chiropractic,
physical therapy, medication, shots
(epidural) and spinal surgery
If the above treatments have failed to relieve your back pain and/or sciatica and you wish to avoid back surgery, you may find relief with
DRX 9000 Spinal Decompression (IDD therapy)
Orange County Spinal Decompression with the DRX9000
Providing Save and Effective Severe Back Pain and Sciatica Relief to All of Orange County including:
Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Dove Canyon, Foothill Ranch, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, South Santa Ana, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda, Rancho Santa Margarita, California, University of California Irvine, California State University Fullerton, Fullerton College, John Wayne Airport, Near Main Place Mall, Near the Block of Orange, South Coast Plaza
We also provide back pain relief for residents of: Los Angeles County in Whittier, Norwalk, La Mirada, Santa Fe Springs, Long Beach, Bellflower, Downey
And inland areas of Corona, Chino, and Chino Hills
Orange Spinal Decompression Testimonials
Praise for Dr Barry Marks' Orange County Spinal Decompression Program
“Before finding Dr. Marks I was receiving chiropractic care for over a year from a previous auto accident. The adjustments would only help me for a few days and then I was in pain again.
The one thing I couldn’t do anymore was to get down on the floor and play with my young grandchildren, or to pick them up without having pain. I had almost given up hope that I would be able to do those things again.
After treating with Dr. Marks with the DRX9000 machine and adjustments I am now able to play with my grandchildren on the floor and pick them up with no pain, which gives me so much joy! Thank you Dr. Marks for being the professional expert you are in understanding what treatment I needed to be able to have my life back again!”
Kathy Osborne, Real Estate Agent, Orange, CA
“Can this pain-free bliss continue? Bearing five children left me with such sciatic nerve pain, I didn’t know how to function without pain. After my treatment, I have been pain free and enjoying every minute of it. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”
Dee Mader, Self-Employed, Orange, CA
“Lower back problems started about 3 years ago. I am a very active person competing in Masters Track and Field, golf, and going to the gym 4 days a week. I went to an orthopedic doctor who sent me to a physical therapist. Visited my chiropractor many times as well as acupuncture treatments. While it all helped (slightly), I still had to take Advil and other anti-inflammatories for minor relief. I didn’t want to give up my activities but was strongly considering it until I heard about the DRX 9000 treatment. After completing the program, I am about 75% better. I have started my activities (shot putt, golf) and have no pain in my legs. I’m a happy camper!”
Henry Ross, Masters Athlete, Garden Grove, CA
“Thank you so much for making my treatments on a daily basis so pleasant. I feel truly blessed to have met all of you. I could feel from the very beginning the good energy in your office. What a wonderful experience. I will gladly recommend you to all I come in contact with. Thanks again.”
Connie Pinckard, Retired, Anaheim Hills, CA
“Words cannot describe what the Orange Spine & Disc Rehabilitation Center has done for me. I am only 24 years old and was crying at least once a day because of my bulging/herniated discs. All my doctors did was suggest surgery and give me pain pills. After the treatments, I am living a pain-free normal life. I have a smile now instead of tears. I am so grateful that God lead me to Dr. Marks and his wonderful staff. Thank you all!”
Michelle Wichlac, 24, Marketing Assistant
I suffered with lower back pain for over thirty years. I visited chiropractors regularly and was told I had three herniated discs and arthritis. Several doctors wanted me to have back surgery, but I did not want to take the risk of making my situation even worst.
My wife found an advertisement for Orange Spine Center and a new DRX9000 treatment. I was reluctant to believe it would really work, but I was at the point I would try most anything before irreversible surgery. I started the treatment, abided by the Dr. Mark’s instructions and within about six months I was 99% pain free. It is now has been a couple years and I have chosen to have a “maintenance” treatment every 6-7 weeks. I am basically pain free as long as I do not abuse by myself. I highly recommend this state of the art therapy to anyone with back pain.
-David Atkinson, Plumbing Contractor, Long Beach, CA
I have had lower back-leg-1 foot pain for years. I have tried pain pills, chiropractors, acupuncture, massages and many mattresses. Generally received little or no relief. The DRX-9000 has greatly improved my quality of life - though I'm not where I was hoping to be, I would still recommend the DRX-9000 to others. I have no pain or tolerable pain that I can acupressure away 90+% of the time vs. pretty much constant pain before DRX-9000 treatments. I continue to have the DRX-9000 treatments about every 6wks. I'm back to hiking and doing household chores with little or no pain. Dr Marks and his Staff are great and caring people. Thanks to Dr. Marks and Staff
-Debbie Jones, Self-Employed, Placentia, CA
Two months ago, I couldn’t sit, stand, walk or even lie down because of severe pain in my right leg from a bulging disc. My condition had been deteriorating for about a year, my activities had become limited, and I was depressed. After trying pain relievers, physical therapy, and traditional chiropractic treatment, nothing worked. In fact, it hurt too much to even do the exercises that my doctor prescribed for my back pain.
I wanted to avoid surgery, but I couldn’t imagine continuing to live with this kind of pain. Fortunately, I learned about spinal decompression therapy, and found Dr. Marks. From day one, I was impressed by the warmth and professionalism of Dr. Marks and his staff. They took my recovery personally, always going the extra mile to ensure that my concerns were addressed and that I was improving as much as possible.
Initially, my recovery was slow, but after several weeks, the pain started to lessen, and today it’s over 95 % gone. After 25 treatments on the DRX-9000, I can now sit, stand, walk around, and get in and out of bed with almost no pain. I’ve even been able to golf, kayak, and go on bike rides with my wife again! I thank God for Dr. Marks and the DRX-9000.
-Chris Easterly, 31, Screen Writer/Author/Educator, Azusa, CA
I’ve been having lower back, left hip, and leg pain …I’ve tried 2 different chiropractors and my medical doctor with no results. I was told about the DRX9000 and went for a free exam and consultation and was told I would be a candidate for the DRX9000 so I went for it… I didn’t notice much improvement until the 9th treatment when my pain was much less and by the 10th treatment I have been pain free. I finished my 20th treatment… and look forward to the long term experience.
- Earl White, Retired Machinist, Mission Viejo, CA
I came to Dr. Marks after I found out about the DRX9000 on-line. I wanted to find someone local where I could try this. At the time my back pain was really bothering me. Everything I did I noticed the pain. I couldn’t do many things, like exercise, lift objects, or anything that active. I would question if I wanted to go to the mall with my wife because the walking would irritate my back pain.
After going through the program at Dr. Marks’ office I am back to doing active physical activities and I don’t feel limited in any way except heavy lifting. I did overdo it once since I’ve gotten better and caused myself to feel slight sensations where my pain used to be. But luckily it’s very slight compared to what I once felt.
I appreciate the staff and Dr. Marks himself. Everyone has been very friendly and I actually look forward to my treatments. It’s very relaxing. I recommend this treatment and this office to anyone suffering from sciatica.
- Rick Hon, Computer Software Tech, Covina, CA
“This procedure was the best thing I could have done for myself and my back. It is safer, less expensive and less painful than if I had had surgery and I am so happy I went through with it. I truly feel it has changed my life and I am pain-free and enjoying every minute. Thank you!
-Michelle Kane, 28, Insurance Adjuster, Anaheim, CA
“I have lived with back pain for over 7 years as a result of a work-related injury…that resulted in 3 bulged discs, leg pains and severe back pain. Normal chiropractic adjustments only brought short term relief. After my first six week session with Dr. Marks and the DRX9000 I can honestly say that I am experiencing much more relief than I have ever felt. My pain has become almost non-existent and my range of motion in all directions is greatly improved. I am finding it much easier to get out of bed in the morning…my early morning stiffness has improved to almost non-existent. I would recommend this to anyone who feels that they have tried everything and think that they are always going to be in pain. This works!
-Kevin Thornton, San Dimas, CA
"I have suffered for 30 years with back pain from College Football and Military service related injuries. I have compressed discs at L3, L4, & L5. After completing the DRX 9000 regimen over the last few months, I have seen my pain level reduced by 80%. I would highly recommend Dr. Marks and the DRX9000 to anyone who suffers from low back pain."
-Scott E. McDaniel, Real Estate Broker, Yorba Linda, CA
“I had a broken back at the age of 16 and a ruptured disc at age 28. I’ve been in pain 24/7 since age 16; I’ve tried everything you can think of over the years. This is the only thing that’s even helped. I would say after 20 visits about 70% of the pain is gone. I never thought this would be possible. I would tell anyone to give this a chance!”
-Myron Barker, Contractor, Irvine, CA
“Thanks for your kindness and warm friendly smiles. I feel much better, thanks to the DRX9000.”
-Don Tassin, Retired, Buena Park, CA
“I have suffered with back pain for over 10 years. I have 2 bulged discs at L4, L5 & S1. After finishing the DRX program, about 70% of the pain is gone. That’s amazing! I had tried physical therapy, acupuncture & chiropractic before, but there was no help. I would recommend the DRX9000 to anyone who has back pain, especially Dr. Marks; he is such a caring person.”
-Ann Tran, 36, Lab Tech, Anaheim, CA
“I’ve had back pain half my life. I’ve been through medication, chiropractic care and physical therapy in the past. The pain in my right leg got so bad the last 3 years that I had to give up my daily exercise walk. Since completing the DRX9000 treatments I am pain free and looking forward to getting back to my normal routine.”
-Carol Patridge, 70, retired, Cypress, CA
“I went to several doctors for my lower back and right leg problems. I had terrible pain all the way down my lower back and right leg. After all the treatments that I’ve had from professionals, surgeons, they sent me to get different pictures of my back. I went to see Dr. Marks, I wanted to go through his Disc Rehabilitation Center, but before I did, I prayed to my Lord, Jesus Christ, to help me…He did.”
“I’ve gone through the DRX9000 program. I laid on the machine and listened to some great music. The Lord was good to me. Not only has Dr. Marks changed my life, but the office help is excellent. I have now started a new life. I do things that I didn’t know I could do. I thank the Lord for my doctor, Dr. Barry Marks, for what he has done in my life. It is all good. Thank you so much.”
-Danny Rodriguez, Retired Civil Engineer, Westminster, CA
“The DRX-9000 was my answer to many prayers! I struggled with lower back pain for many years. I felt at times unable to care for my daughter, and little things like sneezing used to cause tremendous pain. After only 5 weeks of treatment – I AM PAIN FREE! Thank you Dr. Barry and Christy and Anna – You are awesome! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!”
- Sandra Wickham, Stay-at-Home Mom, Anaheim, CA
"I had a labor accident and by consequence I was diagnosed with a disc herniation in L5. The pain in my back and left leg was so intense that it made me stop walking along with my other normal activities. All of this affected my character making me very irritable. I went to get chiropractic care, but it did not work. They gave me anti-inflammatory and analgesics, as the days passed there was no proof of any improvement. The pain killers helped me just for a few hours and then the pain was in my lower back again. As none of those treatments seem to work, I talked to my doctor and he told me that the only solution was to have back surgery. I had an epidural injection and it only cleared the pain for a couple of days.
Then I talked to a friend of mine who told me about the DRX 9000 machine. He had a problem with his back and he said that after some treatments he was pain free. I went to Dr. Marks clinic and after 3 treatments, I noticed that the pain went down. Now, I have finished my treatment and the pain in my lower back and leg is gone. I am doing my normal work and activities again.
My experience with the DRX 9000 has been great, and that’s why I will recommend Dr. Marks and his treatments. Thanks Dr. Marks for your time and attention toward me, thanks for being such a nice person.
- Mauricio Delgado, Anaheim, CA
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Providing Spinal Decompression to the Following Areas of Orange County
Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Dove Canyon, Foothill Ranch, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, South Santa Ana, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda, Rancho Santa Margarita, California, University of California Irvine, California State University Fullerton, Fullerton College, John Wayne Airport, Near Main Place Mall, Near the Block of Orange, South Coast Plaza
We also provide back pain relief for residents of Los Angeles County in Whittier, Norwalk, La Mirada, Santa Fe Springs, Long Beach, Bellflower, Downey
And to Corona, Chino, and Chino Hills
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Orange County Chiropractor, Author and Back Pain Expert, Dr Barry Marks, DC invites you to attend his upcoming Free teleseminar, 
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Back Extension:
It’s an excellent question really and one that often stumps doctors. The answer lies in the anatomy of the spine and disc in particular. Up until about 20 years ago doctors thought the discs and supporting ligaments of the spine had no nerve supply. We now know however that the outer layers of the disc called the annulus and the broad ligament that runs up and down the back of each spinal bone (posterior longitudinal ligament) are both supplied by the sinuvertebral nerve. This nerve carries pain impulses from these structures.
Many regard taking medications for lower back pain to be safe and with little risk. Afterall, it is the first course of treatment in traditional medical treatment of back pain.
Free Back Pain
