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Re: [RC] Lower back issues and endurance riding? - Barbara McCrary

Often, a back issue is remedied by endurance riding, as doing lots of
trotting, either posting or standing 2-point, strengthens the abdominal and
back muscles.   I have no suggestions on saddle type, but a horse with a
smooth trot is essential.  My husband had herniated discs many years ago,
and endurance riding strengthened his back and helped a lot.  He toughed it
out for about 20 years, refused surgery, and is pain- and trouble-free now.
A friend told me of painful sciatica that she suffered for some time.  When
I asked her how she overcame it, she said she went off on a multi-day ride!
A strong upper back and abs are a great deterrent or solution to back
problems.  Of course, it would depend a lot on what the trouble was,

Barbara



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alan Kay" <alankay@xxxxxxxxx>
To: <ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2004 7:59 AM
Subject: [RC] Lower back issues and endurance riding?



My dear husband has been crewing for me on my rides, setting up camp,
preparing wonderful meals, supporting me in every way, as well as doing
P&R's at the vet checks (i.e. serving as a rubbing post!).  He is now
contemplating trying the sport out for himself, but he has chronic
lower back issues.  If any of you have advice for him in terms of
saddle type, breed of horse, etc. please let us know.  Thanks very much.

Nancy


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