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In the way of scientific research, countering
information questions the validity of back belts. Although,
these bodybuilding aids are used to prevent injury, certain
physical fitness experts deem back belts as the contributing
cause of back injury. In an effort to demystify the controversy
of weight lifting with a back belt, the following data is been
compiled. 11-Facts on Back Belts
? Back belts were designed
to prevent back injuries by limiting muscle activity and the
range of motion.
? Previous suffers of back
pain are more apt to strap on a back belt
? Back belts are restricted
in the effects of ensuring bodybuilders to use the appropriate
form to lift
? Commonly, back belts offer
little support when they are not worn correctly
? Trained athletes use back
belts for different purposes than occupational workers.
? Bodybuilders or athletes use back belts to
pick-up loads that far exceed the weight their body was designed
to lift.
? Occupational workers wear back belts to prevent
aggravating a previous back injury to stabilize the spine and
maximize intra-abdominal pressure (IAP).
? When intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) is increased
it compensates for weighty loads. The concept of increasing
the IAP is the controversial issue behind the use of back belts.
? Increasing to compensate for a heavy load
is Some research suggests that increasing IAP may apply internal
pressure to the spine to stabilize it on the front side.
? For a trained athlete the ability to apply
force from the stomach wall onto the leather belt may improve
the IAP, making it an asset to lifting Olympic-sized loads.
Prior to starting a weight lifting program
or using a back belt, exercisers should seek the medical approval
from a licensed physician.
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