Exercises for Backs

I found some yoga stretches that really help.

I saw physios for quite a few years with varying results, due to a very stiff and sore lower spine. One day my appointment was with a new guy, who literally got me in what felt like wrestling moves, to manipulate and stretch my back and he cracked my spine in several places. It wasn't the most relaxing experience (although he was rather gorgeous!) but I never looked back and I've not had to see a physio since. I'm not sure, but perhaps he was more of a chiropractor? I believe chiropractors are good for sorting out spines. (I may be totally wrong so do some research!) As a cheap and cheerful aid, I love Tiger balm! I'm sure it helps a little. Back pain is horrible ExD. I hope you get some relief soon. Good luck!

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My late mother went for physiotherapy on her back for years and to the infirmary to see various consultants. She did the exercises religiously and didn't see many positive results. Talking to someone one day, she was given the name of a chiropractor living nearby. He fixed her back after a couple of visits and she didn't have any further problems.
Her back pain was the result of falling down some stone steps when she was in her 20s.

Every morning after walking my dog I exercise with the help of a DVD for yoga for backs. I add a few exercises from my physiotherapist. I 'd rather be doing something else but force myself into action because the daily grind works! I find swimming and cycling help too. Currently thinking about buying a new mattress.

Thank you Jillybird I'll look for the Egoscue book online.
I can tell the physio doesn't believe when I say I do his exercises religiously every morning (while I'm still in bed during the winter so I admit they're a bit watered down) and they are so ingrained on my mind I hardly notice I'm doing anything.
I have just gone back to our local hydrotherapy pool, 3 sessions and we're locked down again, and I think it helps - a bit.
I dare not try chiropractice again after the last person I saw cracked my back and as good as put me out of action for weeks. She had all the certificates and things - but how do I know if they were genuine. I'd never relax now.
I'm still at a loss that the NHS exercises haven't changed an iota in all that time. The only difference is that they now don't recommend a firm mattress, and I've lost count of the number of those I've wasted my money on .