Running and back pain

Back pain affects millions of people across the UK. But a new study suggests running may be able to help chronic lower back back pain. It comes off the back of some previous research showing that running doesn’t seem to harm the back and may actually be good for spine health. Running physio Tom Goom discusses these studies and offers some general advice for any runners currently suffering from back pain. The NHS has lots of advice on back pain and its possible causes: nhs.uk/conditions/back-pain/ This podcast and its content is not intended to replace medical assessment and advice. If you have an injury, we recommend seeing a qualified health professional. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Runner's World podcast is your weekly dose of all things running. Hosted by Rick Pearson and Ben Hobson, we are here to inform and entertain with unique interviews, advice and in-depth discussions from celebrity guests, elite athletes, pro coaches, musicians, comedians and everyday runners, focusing on every element from the world of running.