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Summarization of Contents
Degenerative Disc Disease
Causes of Degenerative Disc Disease
Factors that can worsen degenerative disc disease, including genetic predisposition, overweight, and sedentary lifestyle.
Symptoms of Degenerative Disc Disease
Potential symptoms resulting from disc degeneration, such as pain, stiffness, and numbness, even if degeneration itself is asymptomatic.
Spinal Stenosis
Causes of Spinal Stenosis
Identifies causes like osteoarthritis, hereditary diseases, disc degeneration, scoliosis, tumours, injuries, and calcification.
Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis
Describes potential symptoms of spinal stenosis, which can be gradual or worsen over time, including pain and neurological issues.
Treatment Options for Back Conditions
Overview of Treatment Approaches
Details treatment options ranging from manual therapy and painkillers to orthoses for alleviating symptoms and addressing causes.
Treatment in More Severe Cases
Discusses surgery as an option when standard methods fail or for severe symptoms, and specialised orthoses for less severe cases.
Activation and Support Devices
Dyneva Brace
Describes the Dyneva brace and its dynamic effect on back muscles, relieving facet joints and increasing activity levels.
Dyneva Light Brace
Introduces the Dyneva light, a slimmer alternative that works similarly to the Dyneva for specific body shapes.
Dyneva Usage Guidelines
Provides instructions on gradually increasing wear time and suitable activities for the Dyneva brace.
Spinal Stabilisation Braces
Lumbo Tristep Brace
Explains the Lumbo Tristep brace for stabilisation during mobilisation, with adjustable elements for progressive support.
Smartspine LSO High Brace
Details the Smartspine LSO high brace for high-level stabilisation and pain relief in the lumbar spine.
Lumbo Direxa Stable Brace
Highlights the Lumbo Direxa Stable for high-level stabilisation, relieving lumbar spine pressure without bulkiness.
Home Exercise Program
Exercise 1: Bending Exercise
Instructions for a bending exercise involving pulling knees towards the abdomen to strengthen back muscles.
Exercise 2: Bending Exercise
A bending exercise performed on a chair or stool, focusing on lifting the head and shoulders off the floor.
Exercise 3: Abdominal Strengthening
Exercise to strengthen abdominal muscles by lifting the head and rib cage off the floor while lying on a chair/stool.
Exercise 4: Back Muscle Relaxation
A seated exercise to relax and stretch back muscles by bending forward and touching the knees.
Exercise 5: Back Muscle Relaxation
Exercise performed kneeling to relax and stretch back muscles by bending forward until the forehead touches the mat.
Exercise 6: General Muscle Strengthening
Strengthens muscles by raising hips off the floor, engaging abdominal and gluteal muscles for a straight back.
Exercise 7: Straight Abdominal Strengthening
Strengthening exercise for abdominal muscles involving lifting the head and shoulders while lying down.
Exercise 8: Transverse Abdominal Strengthening
Exercise to strengthen transverse abdominal muscles by lifting head and shoulders and touching opposite knees.
Exercise 9: Back and Gluteal Strengthening
Strengthens back and gluteal muscles by extending opposite arm and leg while on all fours.
Exercise 10: Spine Flexion and Stretching
Exercise to flex and stretch the spine by arching and extending the back like a cat.
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