After doctors failed to relieve pain in my lower back -- pain which had probably been aggravated by too many contortions while I played golf -- I discovered that this simple procedure can not only lessen the pain but even take it away completely. I didn't invent this -- it is akin to yoga stretching and to the limbering postures of dancers -- but I did discover it for myself.
Stand erect, then bend forward from the waist, relaxing as much as possible and letting your arms and hands hang down limply. Remain that way for as long as you can (at least a minute or two) and as your muscles are stretched, your hands and the top of your head will gradually move closer to the floor.
Do this every day.
