10/04/2026
Is your back "playing up"? Should you opt for total bed rest or keep moving? 🦴👇
For many years, the standard advice for lower back pain was absolute rest. However, today we know that controlled movement is actually the key to a faster and more effective recovery.
Dr Daniel Gómez González, a leading specialist in our Spine Unit at Traumacare Clinic, explains why staying active is essential. 🛡️
While it is important to avoid heavy lifting or sudden, strenuous efforts, complete inactivity can actually worsen the prognosis. To prevent the pain from becoming chronic, Dr Gómez González recommends:
✅ Staying active within your pain limits.
✅ Gentle walking and light, controlled stretching.
✅ Personalised exercises guided by an orthopaedic professional.
Don't let back pain stop you in your tracks. Movement is medicine, but it must be done wisely. 🧠✨
💬 Are you unsure about which exercises are safe for your back? Leave a comment below or send us a message to book a consultation with our Spine Unit.
🏥 Traumacare Clinic | Spine Unit - Expert care for your back and neck in Torrevieja.
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