“Along with specific back exercises, aerobic exercise that increases the heart rate for a sustained period is very beneficial for helping back problems.” This is according to Spine Health. Aerobic exercise is healing because it increases the flow of blood and nutrients to the injured areas.
Spine Health Goes on and lists 5 benefits of Aerobic Exercise for relief of pain.
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