Will exercise help relieve my back pain or prevent it returning?

Yes. Doing regular exercise can help to reduce and relieve back pain, and even prevent it from returning. There’s a whole range of physical activities to keep our back healthy. Research suggests that exercise may help if you have back pain that lasts for longer than six weeks. You may be able to try:

walking

yoga

swimming

cycling

hydrotherapy (exercises in water)

(Note: Exercises should be undertaken only after consulting with your Physician)