Injury Edition: Low Back Sprain – EasyFlexibility

September 19,2024

Athletes are very tuned in to the messages the body sends on a daily basis. They must act quickly when an injury is present. By this time, you have learned how to identify whether your pain is just a sore muscle or if you are dealing with a potential injury.If you are just joining us, check out The Injury Edition: Good Pain vs Bad Pain for this information. Today we will be focusing on the low back and discussing specific injuries, causes, and preventative measures starting from the bottom up. The Low Back The lower back is made up of three major muscle groups: Extensors: Including the erector spinae, this group helps you stand up straight, rotate, and lift. Flexors: This group attached to the front of the spine and bends the spine forward and back. Iliopsoas: The “psoas”