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
Using KT Tape PRO
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR SIMILAR ISSUES
- How to Tape for Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain
- How to Tape for Middle Back Pain
- How to Tape for Rib Pain
- How to Tape for Spine Pain
- How to Tape for Abdominal Pain
- Stretches to Help Reduce Pack Pain
For additional resources, please visit the KT Tape Forum.
NOT CLINICALLY PROVEN FOR ALL INJURIES.
Written by KT Tape Team
The KT Tape Team is a collective of passionate experts in kinesiology, sports medicine, athletic training, and fitness innovation. United by a mission to empower movement and recovery, the team brings together decades of experience working with athletes—from elite professionals to weekend warriors—across a wide range of sports and activity levels. Through rigorous research, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and feedback from real users, KT Tape has developed a line of products trusted around the world for pain relief, support for injuries, athletic recovery, and empowering movement. Whether it's developing application guides, supporting major sporting events, or advancing the science of movement, the KT Tape Team is committed to helping people stay active, recover effectively, and perform at their best. KT Tape isn’t just a product—it’s a movement, and the team behind it is here to support yours.
