Back
pain is a prevalent condition, and it can interfere with many aspects of life.
It can make daily activities difficult, impede a person’s ability to work and
even interrupt a vibrant romantic life. Bedroom problems associated with back
pain take a toll on relationships, and it’s important for sensually active men
to take steps to limit how much their pain interferes with their love lives.
For men with lower back pain, practicing proper back care is as important to
their intimate lives as practicing proper male
organ care. Fortunately, the first scientifically-supported recommendations for
coupling positions and thrusting techniques just became available to help men
get busy without suffering from worsened pain.
Researchers
at the University of Waterloo studied muscle loading and spinal movement in 10
couples engaged in intimate activity in five popular positions. They were able
to make recommendations for what positions were best pursued and best avoided
by men with different types of back pain.
Types
of Pain
The
researchers categorized two types of back pain: flexion-intolerant and
extension-intolerant. Flexion intolerance indicates pain that increases when a
man bends forward, while extension intolerance is characterized by worsened
pain upon leaning backward. The best and worst positions were identified for
each.
Best
Positions for Flexion Intolerance
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Modified Missionary (version 1): Traditional missionary encourages spinal
flexion, so it is best avoided by men with flexion-type pain. However, a man
with this type of back pain can simply prop himself up on his hands in the
missionary position, arching his back and avoiding forward-bending.
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Doggie Style: This classic rear-entrance position sets
a man up to thrust away without painfully bending his back. The partner
positioned on all fours can support him/herself on his/her hands or drop down
to the elbows in this set-up for variety.
The
positions that work best for flexion-intolerant back pain are the least
recommended for men with extension-type pain, and vice versa.
Best
Positions for Extension Intolerance
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Missionary (version 2): The type of missionary recommended for
men with extension-type pain is pretty standard. The man can support himself on
his elbows, keeping his body close to or directly against his partner’s. The
partner on bottom can boost the top partner’s comfort in this position by
bending her knees and flexing her hips slightly.
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Spooning: This intimate position allows a man to
keep his spine neutral or partly flexed, avoiding any backward arching. Couples
can play with the positioning of the front partner’s legs – knees tucked in;
legs extended; top leg elevated, straight or bent, for example – to change the
feel of this classic position.
Thrusting
Technique
When
a man gets excited and begins thrusting, he’s likely to get his back into it.
The University of Waterloo researchers recommend that men with lower back pain
adopt a different thrusting technique wherein they maintain a neutral spine and
use their legs to thrust their pelvises forward from below. This limits spinal
and muscular strain while still allowing for plenty of pumping action.
Don’t
Forget Male Organ Care
Managing
pain is a key ingredient in the recipe of a spicy coupling life; another
crucial element is proper male organ health. Men can support their circulatory,
sensory and skin quality by using a male
organ health cream (health professionals recommend Man1 Man
Oil). Creams with
L-arginine may contribute to the production of nitric oxide in the member, a
chemical that is needed to open blood vessels and allow plenty of fresh,
tumescent-prompting blood flow to the organ. Acetyl L-carnitine protects nerves
and therefore assists in the maintenance of sensitive, responsive tissues.
Finally, look for high-end moisturizers like Shea butter and vitamin E in a
product for smooth, supple skin.
Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional
information on most common male organ health issues, tips on improving organ
sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy member. John Dugan is a
professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing
contributing writer to numerous websites.