| 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. |
