Accessories and products related to back pain are present in this section. There are also opinions from health professionals, and product recommendations.
Article reviewed and approved by Dr. Ibtissama Boukas, doctor specializing in family medicine A mat that stings and is supposed to relieve back pain… really? I can already see the skepticism on your face. Acupressure mat, does that mean anything to you? Some love it, others find the concept absurd. These …
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Article reviewed and approved by Dr. Ibtissama Boukas, doctor specializing in family medicine To relieve discomfort or pain related to particular diseases, there are various alternative treatments. An example is percutaneous hydrotomy. We also speak of extracellular hydration. What does this method consist of? What are the main indications of this...
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Chronic pain, heavy legs, back pain… Is sleeping on your side a good idea? Can the knee pillow give you relief? How to choose it? Answer in this article. Did you know that 80% of people with chronic low back pain also have sleep problems? And when we know that we are passing...
Cushion for knees: Use and advice (physiotherapist opinion) Read more "
Do you have coccyx pain? You are probably looking for a suitable coccygeal cushion (coccyx cushion). Discover in this article a short reminder on coccyx pain as well as all you need to know about buying such a cushion, its use, and the criteria to consider to make a good purchase. The …
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Cervical osteoarthritis is one of the conditions that could be responsible for your neck pain, and which could lead you to get a suitable pillow. Indeed, this pathology affects more than 7 million French people (mostly people over 50). And when we know that we spend more...
Which pillow to choose in case of cervical osteoarthritis? (Physio opinion) Read more "
Article reviewed and approved by Dr. Ibtissama Boukas, doctor specializing in family medicine The inversion table is sometimes used to relieve back pain and herniated disc pain, in particular by reducing stress on the lumbar vertebrae. Is it an interesting solution against lower back pain? What are the benefits, side effects...
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Cervical traction is a form of decompression therapy that reduces pressure on the spine. It can be performed manually or mechanically to treat various spinal pathologies. This article explains several benefits and risks associated with this technique, and shares the opinion of a physiotherapist on its relevance for relieving neck pain. …
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The French are in the top 3 countries that spend the most time sitting in a day. Indeed, according to a study by the association Attitude Prévention, the French remain on average 7h26 in sitting positions per day. This study sheds light on the predominantly sedentary lifestyle of the French. In effect, …
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Lumbar traction is a form of decompression therapy that reduces pressure on the spine. It can be performed manually or mechanically to treat various spinal pathologies. This article explains several benefits and risks associated with this technique, and shares the opinion of a physiotherapist on its relevance for relieving pain in the …
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Article reviewed and approved by Dr. Ibtissama Boukas, doctor specializing in family medicine According to an OpinionWay study, an overwhelming majority of French people are affected by back pain, and for good reason we are becoming more and more sedentary early. Television, office work, bad posture, stress and diet...
Dorsal stretcher: Opinion of a health professional (physiotherapist) Read more "
