Chronic back pain
How a back support belt is supposed to relieve lumbar pain
Tension in the lumbar region can be extremely painful
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Chronic back pain, especially in the lumbar spine area, is one of the most common ailments in Germany. Whether muscle tension, blockage or a herniated disc: a back support belt is intended to relieve the spine and thus relieve pain.
Most people who suffer from back problems come from professional groups that involve severe physical strain: such as industry and crafts, but also nursing professions. For this reason, men and women can be equally affected when it comes to work-related tension and pain in the lumbar region, which is caused by standing activities. Of course, there are also many sufferers who struggle with back pain as a result of their daily office work – but a back support belt is not an ideal supplement for them, as it cannot really stabilize the spine when sitting. When and for whom the investment is really worthwhile is summarized as follows.
Back support belt: what is it actually?
As the name suggests, it is an orthopedic belt that is worn like a corset to support the back. It is available with and without Suspenders in different sizes so that it can be worn equally by everyone (tall or short, fat or thin). Depending on the manufacturer, there are also special models for Men or Women, which are specifically based on clothing sizes. But no matter which back support belt you choose, the function always remains the same: It supports and corrects healthy posture by stabilizing your back muscles as your spine and thus relieving them.
Who is a back support belt suitable for?
The orthopedic abdominal and back support belt primarily serves to counteract tension and discomfort in the lumbar region by relieving the strain on your back. For this reason, it is suitable for all people who suffer from chronic back pain, for example because their job requires them to lift, stand or bend a lot. It can also be used if you need to recover from a herniated disc. And that’s not all: The Back support belt can be used for the following conditions in the back: lumbago or sciatica, SI joint syndrome, pain due to overuse and/or vertebral fractures caused, for example, by osteoporosis.
What are the benefits of a back support belt?
In summary it can be said that a Back support belt has several advantages to offer for people with back problems in the lumbar area:
- It offers a pleasant wearing comfort.
- It can be worn under clothing.
- It is available in different sizes.
- It can be individually adapted to every body.
- It protects your spine and stabilizes it.
- It relieves strain on your back and relieves pain.
- It strengthens and supports your muscles.
- It supports your back after surgery.
Source: Statista
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