AboutDr. Peter Carr Expertise I can answer spine related issues, as well as golf, running, and whiplash related issues. I run a very busy practice in Downtown Seattle, Dynamic Chiropractic Clinic, and sometimes do not get to answer questions every day, but when I do, I'll try my best to answer the question(s) you have.
Experience I have a doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic, and am a Certified Chiropractic Golf Practitioner. I am also a lecturer on whiplash injury, certified in the etiology and treatment of auto accident cases, and was a national-level mid distance runner.
Organizations American Chiropractic Association, Washington State Chiropractic Association, Whiplash Seattle Member and founder
Question can walking 4 miles daily with alot of steep hills be bad for this pain which i have had for 3 yrs.
Answer Barb;
Maybe a better question is: Why you have been dealing with low back pain for 3 years? Walking typically makes the sacrum and it's hinge, the S/I joint, work really well. However, this hasn't been working for the last 3 years! It may be time to try something different. I don't want to sound like I'm shilling a product here, but a hands on chiropractor can often get a stuck and painful SI joint moving again, with a total cessation of pain altogether!
So to answer your question: In some instances, yes, walking can make sacral pain worse, but in most patients not. If you were here, however, I would recommend you get evaluated for the cause of your pain, address it,and then think about activities that will help you out.
