Lower Back Pain? Tape and Massage Can Help

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Pain in the low back, or lumbago, can be a very complicated problem. As the body ages, the spine undergoes compensatory changes to adjust with the rest of the body. Some of those changes are for the good, but some of those changes can cause pain and problems in human function.

CAUSES OF LOWER BACK PAIN OR LUMBAGO

Low back pain is often aggravated by prolonged sitting or standing as well as activities where we use the body as a lever – like vacuuming. The pain is often the result of mechanical conditions such as disk disease, fractures, or other breakdowns of the spinal structure. Rarely do issues involving inflammation or nerve damage cause low back pain, but research suggests that misalignments of the spine or hips could also contribute to bilateral low back pain.

LOWER BACK PAIN SYMPTOMS

Pain is generally felt near the top of the pelvis and in the center of the low back on the lower spine and typically stems from a combination of overuse, muscle strain, and injury or damage to the muscles, ligaments, and discs that support the spine.

HOW KT TAPE CAN HELP

Use KT Tape to relieve pressure and pain, provide proprioceptive support, and increase circulation to promote the healing process*. Relief is generally felt immediately and allows the body to return to a healthy posture and normal function*.

WHICH KT TAPE TYPE IS BEST FOR LOWER BACK PAIN

Many types of KT Tape can be used to address lower back pain, but we have several products specifically design for use on large muscle groups and larger areas like lower backs. KT Tape PRO Wide is perfectly sized with twice the coverage of regular PRO strips. You can apply it yourself or with help of a friend and begin seeing the benefits.

You may also want to consider the KT Recovery+ Ice/Heat Massage Ball or Ice Sleeve to help loosen and relieve muscle tightness in the lower back.

HOW TO APPLY KT TAPE FOR LOWER BACK PAIN

Using KT Tape PRO Wide