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Thursday, July 16, 2009

Aerobic Exercise

Aerobic exercise includes walking, swimming, running, and biking. Non–weight-bearing exercise, such as swimming, tends to be a better choice if you have back pain. Walking in water up to your waist or chest is also good aerobic exercise.

You should keep taking easy, short walks when you have low back pain. You can likely start more intense aerobic exercise within 1 or 2 weeks after symptoms of back pain start.
Begin with 5 to 10 minutes a day and gradually work up to 20 to 30 minutes of continuous activity per day.