Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 16, 2018, 06:35:28 PM
Here’s a pic of a few, the one that definetly got my attn is that one with the knobs, that other one with the grove looks nice but is the one not in the US, and then there’s the just simple one..
Any info on these?
JR
Post by: RF52 on July 16, 2018, 07:26:26 PM
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Post by: styx on July 16, 2018, 08:21:13 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 16, 2018, 11:39:30 PM
if they are like foam rollers you could get by with a piece of pvc pipe. for my back i prefer a baseballYeah huh, piece of pvc and take those 1” bouncy balls, cut them in half and glue them in a pattern? Although the glue probably wouldn’t hold..
JR
Post by: zoidberg on July 17, 2018, 12:08:34 AM
Foam rollers are smaller and better (easier on the body) suited for back stuff.
Also avoid anything bumpy or knurled like.
I currently use a piece of pvc pipe, a foam roller and a kali rattan stick.
If you really want to isolate then use a ball.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 17, 2018, 01:07:43 AM
Unless you already do lots of yoga then I would avoid their wheel.I need to use something, I would think something with bumps or spikes would be better?
Foam rollers are smaller and better (easier on the body) suited for back stuff.
Also avoid anything bumpy or knurled like.
I currently use a piece of pvc pipe, a foam roller and a kali rattan stick.
If you really want to isolate then use a ball.
JR
Post by: Syncop8r on July 17, 2018, 02:57:06 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 17, 2018, 03:59:58 AM
I use a foam roller. Any specific spots I use a cricket ball.Ah a cricket ball, a golf ball would get deeper no?
JR
Post by: Syncop8r on July 17, 2018, 04:02:37 AM
A cricket ball is quite hard, similar in size and hardness to a baseball or hockey ball.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 17, 2018, 05:39:25 AM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 17, 2018, 05:43:42 AM
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 17, 2018, 05:51:22 AM
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Post by: Gerhard Gerber on July 17, 2018, 08:05:50 AM
I reckon for the same reason I can't dance, I never got further than the Sun Salutation.........and I credit that for sorting out my lower back issues.
Post by: styx on July 17, 2018, 10:31:12 AM
Yoga...
I reckon for the same reason I can't dance, I never got further than the Sun Salutation.........and I credit that for sorting out my lower back issues.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNJVFloPIVA
had to do it
Post by: Gerhard Gerber on July 17, 2018, 11:57:09 AM
Quote
had to do it:rofl:
Don't you think for one moment I wasn't thinking of that song when writing that! :rofl:
Aren't you too young to know that song? :P
Post by: styx on July 17, 2018, 12:10:43 PM
Post by: Syncop8r on July 17, 2018, 12:43:16 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 17, 2018, 08:02:14 PM
Yoga...I can’t dance and I don’t mean because of back issues! My back is weird, I can go bowling, long walks, or just goof around with the kids and notta. Yet I can just go to get out of bed and “ping” I’ll be in such pain, and it’s not like I can stretch it or lay on the floor and have the wife crack me, I’ll be in freaking pain for a week! I’m just looking for something to prevent it for doing so, and if it does to make it better faster..
I reckon for the same reason I can't dance, I never got further than the Sun Salutation.........and I credit that for sorting out my lower back issues.
JR
Post by: styx on July 17, 2018, 08:32:25 PM
But what about Genesis? :pok:
sneaks in there from time to time
Post by: Gerhard Gerber on July 18, 2018, 02:42:35 PM
I can’t dance and I don’t mean because of back issues! My back is weird, I can go bowling, long walks, or just goof around with the kids and notta. Yet I can just go to get out of bed and “ping” I’ll be in such pain, and it’s not like I can stretch it or lay on the floor and have the wife crack me, I’ll be in freaking pain for a week! I’m just looking for something to prevent it for doing so, and if it does to make it better faster..
JR
My reference to dancing is more about remembering the moves...... :P
Do this, by the time you can do 5 in a row you'll feel better.
https://www.google.com.na/search?q=sun+salutation&rlz=1C1EJFA_enNA793NA793&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjQvuCv1ajcAhUnBcAKHVl4Dv8Q_AUICigB&biw=1918&bih=974
I'm no expert, but from my experience that sounds like weak abdominal muscles......that was my problem.
Post by: Aloha on July 18, 2018, 03:31:11 PM
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders has some good information. Getting to the core of the pain is important. Good luck MadP. You don't have to hostage to back pain. Be proactive not reactive.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 18, 2018, 06:06:37 PM
JR
Post by: Gerhard Gerber on July 19, 2018, 08:35:05 AM
Just short of 7 years ago when I stopped smoking I went on a health binge and even started exercising......
Among other exercises I worked up to 400 crunchies per day. Flat on your back, knees bent 90 and toes hooked under somethingyou....just lift your upper body and contract you abdominals.
Later on you incorporate sideways movement to work some other muscles.
I still find I need to stretch before early morning hikes or I'll develop a dull lower back pain, but the debilitating breath-catching pain of earlier years is gone.
Even with serious injuries you can strengthen the muscles around that injury and live normally. Same with my left knee......
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on July 19, 2018, 08:36:39 AM
Def
Post by: Aloha on July 19, 2018, 02:51:31 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 19, 2018, 04:57:52 PM
I could use a set of those wheels for my Jeep....Those ones with the nubs would look cool!
Def
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 19, 2018, 05:12:36 PM
MadP. I was more specifically referring to what is the source of the pain for example, disk issues, sciatica, tendons, even excess weight. Once you identify the source then you can decide what to do. Strengthening your core and a healthy diet are great starts.Idk,
It’s weird, I’ve gone to the chiropractor and all they did was lay me flat on a machine that was supposedly stretched the back for 3min but did nothing. Before we moved I went to another that laid me down on a diff machine, pressed down on each side and stomach pressed down and it cracked, then also laid on my back and they twisted my neck each way. I suppose I should do the sit-ups, the Mrs wants me to, I guess it would help with the gut in the front too..
JR
Post by: Gerhard Gerber on July 20, 2018, 07:48:19 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 20, 2018, 06:58:35 PM
Tell you what.......wish I could start again! :rofl:Me too :whistle:
JR
Post by: Aloha on July 21, 2018, 03:59:27 PM
Post by: Syncop8r on July 22, 2018, 12:29:19 AM
In addition to strengthening the core I would add strengthening the glutes and, if you sit a lot (or have done in the past) stretch your psoas muscles. Helped my back A LOT.