Aerobic exercise in the treatment and prevention of low back pain.
This article evaluates the role of aerobic exercise in the treatment of low back pain and related disability. A regular exercise program can improve strength and endurance, prevent fatigue from causing improper body mechanics, increase beta-endorphin levels, reduce depression and give patients an overall feeling of well-being.
D001416:Back Pain / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy*; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy*