Resting may be recommended while your back injury is in its acute phase, however after a day or two, remaining immobile can actually compromise the healing process. Contrary to what you might think, actively exercising your back in a gentle but targeted way is essential to the process of rehabilitating the spine and relieving back pain.

1. B A C K PA I N
C O N T R O L L I N G
Y O U R L I F E ?
U T I L I Z E
E X E R C I S E T O
F I G H T B A C K !
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2. When you have pain, the most common
response is to take it easy – stopping all
activity that makes the pain feel worse. You
may even feel inclined to stay in bed or
reclined on your sofa. Yet, back pain
exercises can be your ticket to a faster
recovery, and may even help you avoid the
need for having back pain surgery in New
York down the road.
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3. Resting may be recommended
while your back injury is in its
acute phase, however after a day
or two, remaining immobile can
actually compromise the healing
process. Contrary to what you
might think, actively exercising
your back in a gentle but
targeted way is essential to the
process of rehabilitating the
spine and relieving back pain.
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914-948-0444
EZRIEL E. KORNEL, MD
T o p S p i n e S u r g e o n N Y C

4. H O W C A N E X E R C I S E
H E L P W I T H B A C K
PA I N ?
Exercising the body gets the heart pumping, the
blood flowing, and oxygen and other nutrients can
more easily reach all the body’s tissues.
By exercising the back in a gentle and controlled
way, nutrients are effectively delivered to the disc
spaces as well as muscles and other soft tissues in
the back, and this keeps all parts of the back and
spine healthy and flexible. By avoiding stiffness
through back pain exercises, the back gets
stronger and the experience of back pain is then
mitigated.
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5. H O W C A N
E X E R C I S E H E L P
W I T H B A C K
PA I N ?
Exercise can help in the following ways:
✓ Physical fitness and core body strength may help
prevent back and spine injury in the first place
✓ Helps maintain a healthy weight – decreasing exc
ess stress and pressure on the spine and back
✓ Maintains flexibility and muscle tone
✓ Reduces reliance on pain medications
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6. H O W C A N E X E R C I S E
H E L P W I T H B A C K
PA I N ?
Exercise can help in the following ways:
✓ Distracts your mind from focusing on pain by instead focusing on
other physical activities
✓ Invigorates the body by increasing blood flow and oxygen to all
body parts
✓ Improves mood and is proven to reduce anxiety and depression
✓ Motivates you to conquer your pain rather than allowing it to
conquer you
✓ Being fit allows you to recover more quickly
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7. W H AT K I N D O F E X E R C I S E
S H O U L D Y O U D O ?
When you have back pain, a physical therapist or spine specialist
should be your first port of call to find out which exercises will
best suit you, your level of fitness, and the type of pain you are
experiencing. The entire body will be incorporated into the
exercise regimen, even if the target is a part of the back.
Some back pain exercises that may be helpful
include:
✓ Gentle walking
✓ Gentle yoga
✓ PIlates
✓ Stretching
✓ Exercises that develop core strength
✓ Swimming
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8. W H AT K I N D O F
E X E R C I S E S H O U L D
Y O U D O ?
Wear comfortable clothing and don’t force your
body beyond its capabilities.
Take it slowly and remember to breathe deeply
through the stretches and exercises because
holding your breath will not alleviate pain!
Remember, you need to get professional advice
prior to beginning any exercise program for back
pain, and you will be given a customized routine
for your own personal needs.
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T o p S p i n e S u r g e o n N Y C

9. F O R R E L I E F F R O M
O N G O I N G B A C K PA I N
– V I S I T A T O P S P I N E
S U R G E O N I N N E W
Y O R K
Prevention is always better than cure. If you can
avoid injuring your back in the first place, all the
better – and being physically fit is a great first step
towards maintaining the health of your back and
spine. If you do strain or otherwise injure your
back, medical treatments, proper exercises, and
rest will usually see the pain resolve within a few
weeks.
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T o p S p i n e S u r g e o n N Y C

10. F O R R E L I E F F R O M
O N G O I N G B A C K PA I N –
V I S I T A T O P S P I N E
S U R G E O N I N N E W Y O R K
If your back pain lasts longer than six weeks, it’s time to
see a top spine surgeon in New York to determine
whether you need surgery to effectively alleviate your
back pain. Dr. Ezriel E. Kornel is a leader in spine surgery
and he sees patients in New York City, Dutchess County,
and Westchester County.
Please call our office at 914-948-0444 to schedule an
appointment to see Dr. Ezriel E. Kornel, or visit our
website at topspinesurgeonnyc.com to learn more about
how you can alleviate your back pain and whether having
back pain surgery in New York is an option for you.
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