Advice for DH's sore back

mary j. · 12-15-01, 09:42 AM

DH was in a car accident 15 yrs ago. Minor cuts and bruises but ever since his back sometimes aches(especially in damp weather-he can tell a day or two before it will rain or snow). Tiger balm and hot baths help. He is in good shape- 5'10" 165 lbs., runs, lifts weights and eats pretty sensibly.

I have seen back care tapes in the Collage catalog Could this help him? Or does anyone know of a different tape?

Thank you in advance. Happy Holidays!

Karen Beckwith · 01-06-05, 06:15 AM

I think one of the best tapes for your back is Priscilla Patrick's Lower Back Repair Kit (also available in VHS for $5 less):

http://www.yogaone.com/cart/description.php?II=34

Another favorite is Winsor's Back workout - 20 minutes and my back feels great.

Recently, I got all four of the ChiBall Method videos and they're great for the back, especially the Awaken the Spine, and Posture and Flexibility ones:

http://www.balldynamics.com/index.ph...a&filter_id=12

SharonNYC · 01-06-05, 07:50 AM

I have a dicey lower back and I, along with a lot of other VFers, have found this book immensely helpful:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/se...212254-2404754

Other books I haven't been working with as long, but recommend are:

Pain Free by Pete Egoscue (Egoscue needs to get over himself a little though):

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/se...212254-2404754

Trigger Point Therapy Workbook:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...212254-2404754

And those Petrone miracle balls are very therapeutic:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...books&n=507846

There's a good gentle back care yoga DVD by Rodney Yee as well.

Susan G. · 01-06-05, 08:43 AM

I helped a mild problem with the YMCA's healthy back program years ago. I worked with an instructor; they have a book and video. The exercises are quite gentle.

Susan G.

warriorprincess · 01-06-05, 09:36 PM

one word-- jacuzzi!!!!!!!!

ARTmethodfan · 01-06-05, 09:39 PM

Hi Mary!!

Long time no 'see'. I just wanted to stop in and say that I've missed you and also to second the suggestion (made by SharonNYC) for the Petrone Miracle Ball set.

Nat

mary j. · 01-13-05, 06:12 AM

I asked this question some time ago & was quite surprised & delighted to see these very nice & thoughtful replies!

lovemygirls · 01-13-05, 08:52 AM

right now

Several VF'rs gave me some additional back videos:

Windsor Pilates Back
Karen Voight Pilates Abs and Back

Since I'm in recovery mode, I did the Karen Voight yesterday (it's part of her Total Body Pilates dvd, there are two workouts but you can purchase the Abs and Back seperately). I trust Karen's detailed instruction and this moves a bit slower than the Windsor that I previewed on Collage.

I also recommend using a stability ball. Even standard crunches become a new animal on a stability ball since you are using a lot more muscles and can engage more of your core to stabilize yourself. You can check out Ball Workouts on the VF reviewes http://www.videofitness.com/reviews/ball.php and/or preview some on Collage. A few that I like are the Core Secrets Ab Attack (Gunnar is a man and he has Brooke Burke for eye candy so your DH might like it

) Quick Fix Stability Ball Workout with Keli Roberts, and Kathy Smith TimeSaver Lift Weights to Lose Weight 2 has a Bonus Ball Workout on it that is good. I also like Keli Roberts Hardcore Abs and Back Workout (it's not a ball but a floor workout with a bodybar).

If you can get him over the hump of working out to videos with women his choices are endless. But since so many VF'rs gave you very good book recommendations your/his choices are almost limitless.

Good luck!
Kerri

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12-15-01, 09:42 AM
mary j. VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: PA	Advice for DH's sore back DH was in a car accident 15 yrs ago. Minor cuts and bruises but ever since his back sometimes aches(especially in damp weather-he can tell a day or two before it will rain or snow). Tiger balm and hot baths help. He is in good shape- 5'10" 165 lbs., runs, lifts weights and eats pretty sensibly. I have seen back care tapes in the Collage catalog Could this help him? Or does anyone know of a different tape? Thank you in advance. Happy Holidays!

01-06-05, 06:15 AM
Karen Beckwith VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Denver, Colorado	I think one of the best tapes for your back is Priscilla Patrick's Lower Back Repair Kit (also available in VHS for $5 less): http://www.yogaone.com/cart/description.php?II=34 Another favorite is Winsor's Back workout - 20 minutes and my back feels great. Recently, I got all four of the ChiBall Method videos and they're great for the back, especially the Awaken the Spine, and Posture and Flexibility ones: http://www.balldynamics.com/index.ph...a&filter_id=12 __________________ Breast Cancer Survivor "Comfort zones are very often expanded by discomfort." - Mimi Solaire Last edited by Karen Beckwith; 01-06-05 at 08:07 AM. Reason: Edited to add ChiBall

01-06-05, 07:50 AM
SharonNYC VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Brooklyn, New York	I have a dicey lower back and I, along with a lot of other VFers, have found this book immensely helpful: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/se...212254-2404754 Other books I haven't been working with as long, but recommend are: Pain Free by Pete Egoscue (Egoscue needs to get over himself a little though): http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/se...212254-2404754 Trigger Point Therapy Workbook: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...212254-2404754 And those Petrone miracle balls are very therapeutic: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...books&n=507846 There's a good gentle back care yoga DVD by Rodney Yee as well. __________________ Sharon (You can get to my sketchblog through my profile page.) __________________________ I'm what I am, and what I am, Is back on Boogie Street. Leonard Cohen/Sharon Robinson "Boogie Street" 10 New Songs. (I have a professional/personal relationship with an instructor who produces video and book material relevant to this site.)

01-06-05, 08:43 AM
Susan G. VF Supporter Join Date: Apr 2003	I helped a mild problem with the YMCA's healthy back program years ago. I worked with an instructor; they have a book and video. The exercises are quite gentle. Susan G.

01-06-05, 09:36 PM
warriorprincess Join Date: Aug 2002	one word-- jacuzzi!!!!!!!! __________________ Nancy S. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~* You're only 1 workout away from a good mood.

01-06-05, 09:39 PM
ARTmethodfan VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	Hi Mary!! Long time no 'see'. I just wanted to stop in and say that I've missed you and also to second the suggestion (made by SharonNYC) for the Petrone Miracle Ball set. Nat

01-13-05, 06:12 AM
mary j. VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: PA	Thank you all! I asked this question some time ago & was quite surprised & delighted to see these very nice & thoughtful replies!

01-13-05, 08:52 AM
lovemygirls VF Supporter Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: North Alabama	Unfortunately this topic is near and dear to my heart... right now Several VF'rs gave me some additional back videos: Windsor Pilates Back Karen Voight Pilates Abs and Back Since I'm in recovery mode, I did the Karen Voight yesterday (it's part of her Total Body Pilates dvd, there are two workouts but you can purchase the Abs and Back seperately). I trust Karen's detailed instruction and this moves a bit slower than the Windsor that I previewed on Collage. I also recommend using a stability ball. Even standard crunches become a new animal on a stability ball since you are using a lot more muscles and can engage more of your core to stabilize yourself. You can check out Ball Workouts on the VF reviewes http://www.videofitness.com/reviews/ball.php and/or preview some on Collage. A few that I like are the Core Secrets Ab Attack (Gunnar is a man and he has Brooke Burke for eye candy so your DH might like it ) Quick Fix Stability Ball Workout with Keli Roberts, and Kathy Smith TimeSaver Lift Weights to Lose Weight 2 has a Bonus Ball Workout on it that is good. I also like Keli Roberts Hardcore Abs and Back Workout (it's not a ball but a floor workout with a bodybar). If you can get him over the hump of working out to videos with women his choices are endless. But since so many VF'rs gave you very good book recommendations your/his choices are almost limitless. Good luck! Kerri __________________ Kerri Be nice to your kids. They'll choose your nursing home