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Causes of Back (Erector Spinae) Disorders

Evidence-grounded — sourced from Fysiqal's fitness knowledge graph· 1 min read
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In one line

Back (ES) disorders usually result from poor posture, faulty body mechanics, loss of flexibility, decline of physical fitness, and stressful living/working conditions.

Detail

Back (ES — erector spinae) disorders are usually the result of:

a. Poor posture b. Faulty body mechanics c. Loss of flexibility d. Decline of physical fitness e. Stressful living and working conditions

Because several of these causes are modifiable, addressing posture, lifting technique, flexibility (especially of the hamstrings), and overall fitness is the front line of back-disorder prevention.

Key facts

  • 5 usual causes: poor posture; faulty body mechanics; loss of flexibility; decline of physical fitness; stressful living and working conditions.

Connections

  • back-pain-prevalence — 80–90% of people get back pain.
  • tight-hamstrings-back — tight hamstrings is also a cause of back problems.
  • safe-lifting-mechanics — counters faulty body mechanics.
  • spine-positioning — counters poor posture/alignment.
  • erector-spinae — the "ES" muscles involved.
SourceReference manual
p.48
Pages: 48.
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Atlas Connections

Erector Spinae (Sacrospinalis)Closely related
Three muscle-group columns (iliocostalis, longissimus, spinalis) running skull-to-sacrum that extend, laterally flex, and rotate the vertebral column.
Back Pain Prevalence (80–90% of Population)
80 to 90 percent of the general population will experience back pain at some point in their lifetime.
Safe Lifting MechanicsClosely related
Four rules for lifting heavy objects in the weight room and at home — keep the back's natural curves, lift with the legs, hold loads close, and avoid twisting/jerking.
Spine Positioning — "S" Shape, Never "C"
Stabilize the spine by holding it in a semi-isometric contraction so it keeps its natural "S" shape — never allow a "C"-shaped spine during exercise.
Tight Hamstrings as a Cause of Back ProblemsClosely related
Tight hamstrings are a recognized cause of back problems — one reason flexibility work emphasizes the low-back and hamstring area.