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Introduction:
•The spinal column is a structure of bones called vertebrae that protect the cable
of nerves that run throughout the body. The general term for a group of conditions
affecting the spinal column is spina bifida occulta.
• According to the Spina Bifida Association, many physicians refer to the various
spinal conditions as vertebral fusion defects to disassociate the defects from spina
bifida, which is a serious spinal cord birth defect that causes extensive nerve
damage.
•Spina bifida occulta rarely causes symptoms, though general wellness practices
and strong core and lower body exercises can help prevent back pain and foot
drop that often occur from the disease.
•Features
A common symptom of spina bifida occulta is persistent lower back pain. According
to the Spina Bifida Association, a regular routine of stretching exercises can relieve that pain
and keep your spine limber. Perform hamstring stretches, lower back and hip flexor stretches
as well as heel stretches daily to prevent the discomfort. Sustain stretches without bouncing to
avoid injury.
•Function
The most effective exercises to relieve back pain from spina bifida occulta disorders
are those that strengthen the muscles surrounding the spine, according to chiropractor Dr.
Stephen A. Novelli. For example, head resistance exercises work to strengthen the top of the
spine by providing resistance from your hands as you push your head against them in various
positions. Your core muscles support your back effectively and are strengthened by exercises
that target the abdominals, obliques and gluteus
•Types
Stability balls or exercise balls are effective pieces of exercise
equipment that can help to strengthen your core muscles to better support
your spine. Performing sit-ups while lying back against a stability ball
enhances the core-strengthening power of the exercise. An effective back
strengthening exercise is to lie on the ball on your stomach with your hands
locked behind your head. Slowly lift your upper body and hold the position for
a few counts before lowering back down and repeating 10 times.
•Time Frame
Dr. Novelli recommends performing back exercises first thing in the
morning before your spinal malformations can stiffen up and cause you pain
during the day. Make it a habit to get on the floor or on your stability ball
each morning to run through a set of repetitions followed by stretching. Even
if you take time to perform a few exercises in the bed before your feet hit the
floor, you will be better able to cope with your spinal problems throughout the
day.
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Spina bifida

  • 1.
  • 2. Introduction: •The spinal column is a structure of bones called vertebrae that protect the cable of nerves that run throughout the body. The general term for a group of conditions affecting the spinal column is spina bifida occulta. • According to the Spina Bifida Association, many physicians refer to the various spinal conditions as vertebral fusion defects to disassociate the defects from spina bifida, which is a serious spinal cord birth defect that causes extensive nerve damage. •Spina bifida occulta rarely causes symptoms, though general wellness practices and strong core and lower body exercises can help prevent back pain and foot drop that often occur from the disease.
  • 3. •Features A common symptom of spina bifida occulta is persistent lower back pain. According to the Spina Bifida Association, a regular routine of stretching exercises can relieve that pain and keep your spine limber. Perform hamstring stretches, lower back and hip flexor stretches as well as heel stretches daily to prevent the discomfort. Sustain stretches without bouncing to avoid injury. •Function The most effective exercises to relieve back pain from spina bifida occulta disorders are those that strengthen the muscles surrounding the spine, according to chiropractor Dr. Stephen A. Novelli. For example, head resistance exercises work to strengthen the top of the spine by providing resistance from your hands as you push your head against them in various positions. Your core muscles support your back effectively and are strengthened by exercises that target the abdominals, obliques and gluteus
  • 4. •Types Stability balls or exercise balls are effective pieces of exercise equipment that can help to strengthen your core muscles to better support your spine. Performing sit-ups while lying back against a stability ball enhances the core-strengthening power of the exercise. An effective back strengthening exercise is to lie on the ball on your stomach with your hands locked behind your head. Slowly lift your upper body and hold the position for a few counts before lowering back down and repeating 10 times. •Time Frame Dr. Novelli recommends performing back exercises first thing in the morning before your spinal malformations can stiffen up and cause you pain during the day. Make it a habit to get on the floor or on your stability ball each morning to run through a set of repetitions followed by stretching. Even if you take time to perform a few exercises in the bed before your feet hit the floor, you will be better able to cope with your spinal problems throughout the day.