I did this first exercise and my back immediately cracked all the way down and it was soooo painful but after a few times of rolling, my back felt so much better.
just cured by upper back pain with 5-10 sets. it was hurting today & tried searching youtube "foam roller for back pain" & clicked on this 1st video. tysm :)
As a runner who is training for a marathon, these foam rollers ua-cam.com/users/postUgkx9XSsjzA4f84VmhBCHlyhec7XILIxennL are really good for sore and tight muscles. This one is a good size (mine is the purple, 36 inches) not too big but big enough to work and roll both my legs at the same time - I took a photo holding the roller next to me just to provide a better representation of its size. I noticed some reviewers who complained that this is, “just a foam noodle”… and yes, that’s exactly what it is. It’s a high density foam roller. It is absolutely NOT the same consistency/strength/durability/ or texture as a ‘pool noodle’ thought and I disagree entirely with those that say so. As a former collegiate athlete and marathon runner, I’m comfortably giving this roller 5 stars. It’s lightweight and durable and does just what I need it to do at a budget-friendly price. Overall, I have no complaints and am happy with it!
Thanks allot hurt my back at work this helps! The foam rollers are awesome! First bought it when an EMT friend of mine told me my leg was numb because of a tight spot on the outside of my leg. Bought one worked that area and sure enough it worked
Hi - I have compressed disks and osteoporosis. My back goes out a lot. My chiropractor suggested a foam roller. Which roller would be best? I had bought that same as the purple one with trigger points in the background in your video, but not sure if that is the right one. Never tried it yet. Which one do you suggest?
@@michellephysio looking forward to it as I've been meaning to get foam/therapy rollers and have seen both flat ones and gridded/studdes ones and would like to use them properly! Thank you for sharing such informative and good videos with us! x
Hey, I have had four surgeries on my hip when I broke it at six. I’ve tried some techniques on my it band. But everytimr I do it feels like pure pain. Is this normal or do I need to do a special technique for it?
Hi Jill yes roller can be painful for a variety of reasons. You can try using a small diameter roller and some have soft surfaces. There are D rolls that are semicirclular. You could try a towel rolled up or a soft pool noodle instead. You'll find that over time your tolerance for the roller should build up too, take care
Camden just start with ice first 48 hrs then heat thereafter. Introduce very gradual stretches when healing has had time to take effect and pain reduces around 1-2 weeks depending on the severity
Hi Motking stretches can be done during pregnancy however you need to take care not to overstretch as your tissues are more flexible than usual during pregnancy. Exercises to avoid after 16 weeks of pregnancy are exercises done lying flat on your back as this can affect blood flow to your baby, all the best
Hi Abdul great question, it depends upon which areas of the body you're working on and the degree of decreased bone density. Someone with very weak bones wouldn't use the foam roller on the spine as there's little fat covering that area however they may be able to use the roller on well padded areas like the buttocks, thighs and calves. Someone with osteoporosis wouldn't do the back extension exercises in this video over the foam roller (shown for the joints)
Hi Michelle. Thanks for the video... just wondering, as you mentioned back pain, are these exercises safe for a herniated disc patient? They look very tempting but also a little dangerous. Please let us know, in particular, lower region.
Hi Abe these exercises don’t really involve the lumbar spine. Bridging action to raise the buttocks off the ground shouldn’t injure the disc however I can’t guarantee that it will feel comfortable. You may like to try placing a long roller length ways along the spine to include support of the sacrum and tailbone along with the neck, knees bent and take the arms overhead and out to the sides of the body to release your upper back and stretch the chest. Alternatively try a rolled up towel under the middle back as shown here le ua-cam.com/video/zB3tV1Qlc5o/v-deo.html Let me know how you go if you have time Abe. Always be guided by discomfort and if an exercise causes pain then cease and perhaps try at a later stage.
Thank you so much for this. Really nice guide to using my roller properly.. my shoulder blades are a nightmare for knots and tension! I have a diastasis recti though on the right of my abdomen after diep flap reconstruction 4 years ago.. (orig plastic surgeon ignored my complaints about my ‘bulge’, said it was just scar tissue... then tried to liposuction it in Jan this year😱 I saw a new plastic surgeon for a second opinion a he immediately sent me for ultrasound, which showed up the 5cm diastasis recti! Currently on a wait list for sirgery to correct it. Allowed to exercise bit need to be careful with anything that makes my abs strain... is there a safe way to use the roller to sort out my thoracic jam around T17/18, and my shoulder knots in my rhomboids and supra/infraspinatus (from too many excel spreadsheets!!) Or should I maybe just stick with sports massages for now?
Hey OldRaver1 have you tried using a ball standing back against a wall to trigger point the tight areas? Standing using a ball will not worsen your diastasis - do you know this technique or would you like to see a video on it?
It probably shouldn’t hurt, using foam rollers to massage your body should feel relieving, I suppose...I’m no expert, however. Hopefully Michelle replies to your comment. :)
Mine did. I'm no doctor or medical person but I figured mine was like cracking my fingers. If it doesn't hurt, go numb, or become paralyzed my guess is it's probably normal. If your worried go to a doc who does have extensive medical knowledge. My guess is your good if it felt good
I did this first exercise and my back immediately cracked all the way down and it was soooo painful but after a few times of rolling, my back felt so much better.
Just 1 min into the exercise and my back is feeeeeeling so good! All the cracks made me feel better, don't know whether it's placebo, but I'm happy!
No it's probably not. Buying my foam roller was on of my best cheap investments yet
just cured by upper back pain with 5-10 sets. it was hurting today & tried searching youtube "foam roller for back pain" & clicked on this 1st video. tysm :)
@Akshay Kadam my pleasure! Glad this helped you!❤️
It has now been my daily morning routine. Thanks so much!
@Pinny Tsai Fantastic! Pleasure to help - all the best! 🙏
Also no one ever told me about supporting neck before! Thanks 😊
As a runner who is training for a marathon, these foam rollers ua-cam.com/users/postUgkx9XSsjzA4f84VmhBCHlyhec7XILIxennL are really good for sore and tight muscles. This one is a good size (mine is the purple, 36 inches) not too big but big enough to work and roll both my legs at the same time - I took a photo holding the roller next to me just to provide a better representation of its size. I noticed some reviewers who complained that this is, “just a foam noodle”… and yes, that’s exactly what it is. It’s a high density foam roller. It is absolutely NOT the same consistency/strength/durability/ or texture as a ‘pool noodle’ thought and I disagree entirely with those that say so. As a former collegiate athlete and marathon runner, I’m comfortably giving this roller 5 stars. It’s lightweight and durable and does just what I need it to do at a budget-friendly price. Overall, I have no complaints and am happy with it!
Thank you! I have a larger stiff roller and was wondering about this.
I twinged my back real bad earlier and this video has done me a world of good, thank you very much!
Great to hear!
Thank you so much for this! I have been rolling but not doing the joint work so it was good to see it done properly!
Got my foam roller yesterday so I will definitely get some benefits from this video.
Just watching this makes my back feel better 😅
You are too kind - now how about you get started on the routine ;)
Thank you my back feels so much more relieved now🙆🏻♀️ love from singapore xx
So glad!
Thanks allot hurt my back at work this helps! The foam rollers are awesome! First bought it when an EMT friend of mine told me my leg was numb because of a tight spot on the outside of my leg. Bought one worked that area and sure enough it worked
Awesome, thanks!
Thank you!! I've been experiencing pain in my shoulder blade from playing cello and this really helped!
Love this!
I really needed this! It helped me use my foam roller so much better and eased my upper back pain so much.
This is helpful as I am a beginner in using a roller😅Thank you!
Really enjoyed this, exercise especially first thing in the morning. Thanks
This is a good video clip
Thank you! Great video! Very informative and educational! Super helpful!
Love your accent. Video is very helpful. Thank you
I like this technique.thanks sister
Pleasure!
Nice video thanks :)
THANKS SO MUCH
Pleasure!
Excellent video!
Glad you liked it!
Thanksss
Pleasure!
Thank you
You are welcome Hollywood-hope this helps!
🙏
She said you can give your neck a break wtf now I'm dead
I have to carry a heavy backpack around at school so this really eases the tension and makes me feel a lot better. Thank you. :)
Bruhh I have a heavy backpack too with literally EVERY book and its not even that heavy u fat shit
Great 💯
Thank you!
Is this effective for ankolosing spondilities patient ¿¿¿ for stiffness
Hi - I have compressed disks and osteoporosis. My back goes out a lot. My chiropractor suggested a foam roller. Which roller would be best? I had bought that same as the purple one with trigger points in the background in your video, but not sure if that is the right one. Never tried it yet. Which one do you suggest?
Thanks for making this video; hopefully doing these will help my husband's back pain.
Did it help?
@@arjunsinghkalsi9305 no, he'll have back pain until death
It hurts but feels good at the same time lmao
how are you now
Good luck doing this exercise if you’re overweight. I tried this and it hurt so so much and made my back feel worse because I’m too big!! 😭
Start with the noodle
I can't even lay flat on the floor.what to do?
Michelle, do you have any videos on how to use the more studded foam rollers that are in the bg of this video? Thank you! x
Not yet Freja, great suggestion for a video thank you!
@@michellephysio looking forward to it as I've been meaning to get foam/therapy rollers and have seen both flat ones and gridded/studdes ones and would like to use them properly! Thank you for sharing such informative and good videos with us! x
Hello Michelle, Were do I buy the foam rollers looking for a variety of different circumferences for my neck and back. TIA 😊
Hey, I have had four surgeries on my hip when I broke it at six. I’ve tried some techniques on my it band. But everytimr I do it feels like pure pain. Is this normal or do I need to do a special technique for it?
Yes Lamar start with a rolled up towel (not too thick) - this will feel much more comfortable under you back
@@michellephysio even for My it band?
Hi Michelle, I think foam roller is painful for people with overweight, is there something to solve this?
Hi Jill yes roller can be painful for a variety of reasons. You can try using a small diameter roller and some have soft surfaces. There are D rolls that are semicirclular. You could try a towel rolled up or a soft pool noodle instead. You'll find that over time your tolerance for the roller should build up too, take care
its normal. keep doing it
@@michellephysio Thanks Michelle, is for my mom.
Yes loose weight
T_Bail3y 😂😂😂
Great tip about the pool noodle and the towel! The roller I bought is way too hard and uncomfortable!
my back cracked like a damn glow stick
Kitty Hays did it feel god though? I dream of that for myself 😍
Mine cracked like 4 times when I did it 2 days ago. Felt great after and it doesn't pop anymore. Like our own chiropractor
Are these safe to do with a sprained ligament in your back? Will they help it heal or should I just use ice and heat?
Camden just start with ice first 48 hrs then heat thereafter. Introduce very gradual stretches when healing has had time to take effect and pain reduces around 1-2 weeks depending on the severity
Hi Michelle, can the same exercises be done if you're pregnant?
Hi Motking stretches can be done during pregnancy however you need to take care not to overstretch as your tissues are more flexible than usual during pregnancy. Exercises to avoid after 16 weeks of pregnancy are exercises done lying flat on your back as this can affect blood flow to your baby, all the best
Is foam rolling safe for weak bones?
Hi Abdul great question, it depends upon which areas of the body you're working on and the degree of decreased bone density. Someone with very weak bones wouldn't use the foam roller on the spine as there's little fat covering that area however they may be able to use the roller on well padded areas like the buttocks, thighs and calves. Someone with osteoporosis wouldn't do the back extension exercises in this video over the foam roller (shown for the joints)
@@michellephysio Thank you for a detailed description.
@@michellephysio how do you get rid of pinched nerves? Ive notieced lost of sensory touch on my back around C7- T5
Hi Michelle. Thanks for the video... just wondering, as you mentioned back pain, are these exercises safe for a herniated disc patient? They look very tempting but also a little dangerous. Please let us know, in particular, lower region.
Hi Abe these exercises don’t really involve the lumbar spine. Bridging action to raise the buttocks off the ground shouldn’t injure the disc however I can’t guarantee that it will feel comfortable. You may like to try placing a long roller length ways along the spine to include support of the sacrum and tailbone along with the neck, knees bent and take the arms overhead and out to the sides of the body to release your upper back and stretch the chest. Alternatively try a rolled up towel under the middle back as shown here le ua-cam.com/video/zB3tV1Qlc5o/v-deo.html Let me know how you go if you have time Abe. Always be guided by discomfort and if an exercise causes pain then cease and perhaps try at a later stage.
Thank you so much for this. Really nice guide to using my roller properly.. my shoulder blades are a nightmare for knots and tension!
I have a diastasis recti though on the right of my abdomen after diep flap reconstruction 4 years ago.. (orig plastic surgeon ignored my complaints about my ‘bulge’, said it was just scar tissue... then tried to liposuction it in Jan this year😱
I saw a new plastic surgeon for a second opinion a he immediately sent me for ultrasound, which showed up the 5cm diastasis recti!
Currently on a wait list for sirgery to correct it.
Allowed to exercise bit need to be careful with anything that makes my abs strain... is there a safe way to use the roller to sort out my thoracic jam around T17/18, and my shoulder knots in my rhomboids and supra/infraspinatus (from too many excel spreadsheets!!)
Or should I maybe just stick with sports massages for now?
Hey OldRaver1 have you tried using a ball standing back against a wall to trigger point the tight areas? Standing using a ball will not worsen your diastasis - do you know this technique or would you like to see a video on it?
Can you also make a video where you explain how to let the air out of the gym ball and show it on the ball and make it completely flat?
Sure Marcus it's on my to do list over next month
Hey Michelle, can you blow all the air out of the big light blue gym ball the video where you filmed 3 years ago?
I use the yellow one in your video and it hurts . Is that normal?
It probably shouldn’t hurt, using foam rollers to massage your body should feel relieving, I suppose...I’m no expert, however. Hopefully Michelle replies to your comment. :)
Ot will be because of the ridges
This amazon ads are super loud. Especially this man TOM.
I wonder if we all get the same ads. The ads I get are always animals being tortured :(. And yes, also loud.
Deeeepa lol
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what a great video! love your channel XXX just subbed ;)) would be awesome if we could keep in touch and support each other xx sending love
Is it normal that my back sounds like bubble wrap popping?!?
😄
Probably not unless you are doing it on purpose
Totally normal if it feels good afterward
Mine did. I'm no doctor or medical person but I figured mine was like cracking my fingers. If it doesn't hurt, go numb, or become paralyzed my guess is it's probably normal. If your worried go to a doc who does have extensive medical knowledge.
My guess is your good if it felt good