DIY Disc Decompression: A Kinesiologist’s Master Guide to Solving Back Pain at Home

This is the perfect solution for your flare-up!

David Liira, Kin.
6 min readJul 23, 2024
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While times are slowly changing, many of us are still fixated on immediately seeking help once back pain hits. I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with seeing a physiotherapist or chiropractor to try to get answers, but it’s not always necessary for acute pain. Back flare-ups are frequently caused by poor lifting technique, sedentary behavior, or stress, and don’t always require complex solutions.

Knowing how to stretch and mobilize your back in periods of acute pain can save you tons of time and money. Furthermore, by taking things into your own hands, you’ll feel more autonomy over your health and wellness which should not be understated when it comes to both quality of life and pain outcomes down the road.

The more you can find solutions for yourself, the better off you’ll be! Fortunately, I’ve got just the guide to get you set off on the path to back pain relief in the comfort of your own home. Here’s to restoring a functional, healthy body and getting you back to whatever you love to do!

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David Liira, Kin.

Kinesiologist. Writing on health and the human condition. Clap and I clap back. https://www.davidliirakin.com