People who suffer from lower back pain are often encouraged to facilitate their own recovery through the use of frequent exercise and physical therapy.

One of the keys to recovering from back pain or back surgery is to undergo proper rehabilitation. This includes the stretching, strengthening and lengthening the back muscles as well as aerobic conditioning.

Exercise is a way to stimulate the healing process. If a back pain problem is persistent, the body is sending a message that it needs activity. Active exercise is a natural stimulus for the healing process.
Dedication to an appropriate, comprehensive exercise and rehabilitation program has cured many individuals of their chronic back pain.  Continued chronic back pain after starting an exercise program may signify a serious medical condition.