Ratgeber: The back
What helps combat back pain? What treatment can help? The guide answers these questions and more – and shows why back fitness is so important for our health.
Case studies
Hunched, post-op – or ultra-strong like Roswitha Leutenegger. Three remarkable back stories.
Tips and tricks
Bending, lifting, standing: depending on the activity, we load the back in a variety of ways. These tips can help you in day-to-day life.
Facts & figures
Did you know? We shrink up to three centimetres during the day, as our intervertebral discs are compressed when we walk. And more surprising facts.
The Helsana Ratgeber magazine
The Ratgeber magazine is published twice a year on a specific topic. Each issue centres around background knowledge, tips and inspiration. The articles are straightforward and feature attractive illustrations. All the content is created in collaboration with specialists and experts.
Please note: Ratgeber is not available in English, but in German, French and Italian.
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