Lumbar articles Tag

The lumbar belt: when to use it?

How does it work? A lumbar belt is a medical device that is worn in the lower back to protect and support your lumbar vertebrae. It usually attaches with a velcro strap in the front and wraps around your entire abdomen. Although there are several models, this medical device always has a supporti ...

03
June
2022

Stretching: everything you need to know about the psoas in 5 questions.

cle or climb stairs. It is involved in running and many sports such as football or tennis. This muscle also plays a role in flexing and rotating the lumbar vertebrae. It helps maintain the curvature of the lower back or lumbar lordosis and allows for movements of trunk flexion and rotation. 2- Wher ...

09
June
2023

How to sleep well and breastfeed baby with the nursing pillow?

nd malleable, it wraps around the waist to keep your hands free. It is used for breastfeeding, supporting the weight of pregnancy, and especially the lumbar region. Measuring about 100 cm, its fabric is made of organic cotton, and its Thermoballs filling makes it lightweight, portable, and extremely ...

13
June
2025

Pink October: 5 misconceptions about breast cancer

to think that radiation exposure is dangerous. The dose received from a full breast exam of both breasts is about 4.7 milligrays. In comparison, a lumbar x-ray is 2-4 times more radiating and a single abdominal scan 13 times more radiating. Moreover, if we add up all the mammograms performed i ...

04
Oct
2021

Car, train or plane: how to avoid back pain when traveling?

consider using the armrests if there are any (they will prevent neck and shoulder pain) and equip yourself with comfort accessories such as: - a lumbar cushion - an airbag or neck brace to support your neck. - compression stockings to avoid venous problems and prevent the risk of phle ...

11
Aug
2022

Chinese medicine: 3 tips to stay in shape in winter

g, which is a bad idea. For breakfast, choose a black tea with spices, flavored with cinnamon or cardamom for example. 2- Do self-massages on the lumbar and stomach areas As I explained above, Chinese medicine is not limited to combining acupuncture and herbal medicine. Although less familiar to ...

09
Feb
2023