Not really. However, many exercise techniques have been proven to make bones stronger, but not really larger. Lying down all day and not moving would allow the cartilage to expand (as it does overnight) but only very slightly and you would only gain around 1cm or so overall and the effects would be temporary as the cartilage would compact over the time you spend standing up (as it does during most days). By releasing and relaxing the muscles that are associated with the spine the same thing can happen, you can be taller. There is a physiological law called Wolff's Law that states: " that every change in form and function of a bone, or in its function alone, is followed by certain definite changes in its internal architecture and equally definite secondary alteration in its mathematical laws."
Your spine can lengthen in outer space because the no gravity thing will straighten your spine and when you get back to earth, you will be bigger.
No. You are likely to damage it. Be happy with one that works.
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There are many different types of exercises that are good for lumbar and spine health. Some of the more popular and basic are bike riding, swimming and Tai Chi.
In space there is little or no gravity. Therefore you body does not have the pressure of gravity pressing down on it. After sustained periods of time, the muscles around your spine strengthen in the new position. When you return to earth you spine can be longer than when you left.
Some of the exercises that are good for the back can be found on the Spine-health website. You can also check with your local chiropractor for help with exercises designed for you.
I think its the Erector Spinae muscles that surround the spine. When these contract you get Bilateral extension of the spine, ie back bend. there fore the Rectus Abs need to softern and lengthen. Am I correct???
The type of exercises that does not lengthen the muscle is called isometrics. The strengthening of the muscles is from utilizing range of motion movements.
Dowager's Hump is a form of scoliosis in which the spine begins to form in a C shape. Exercises that strengthen the abdominal muscles such as abdominal presses are the best exercises for avoiding or strengthening the back to prevent a Dowager's Hump.
The base word for lengthen is long > length > lengthen
Stretching the rubber band would lengthen it. It is the sentence containing the lengthen word.
Yoga is a great way to exercise and strengthen the spine. Even something as simple as stretching can be used as a perfect spinal exercise as it allows you to relax the joints.