Back to Basics: The Power of Walking in Chronic Pain Recovery

Walking is often underestimated but remains one of the most effective, accessible tools for preventing and treating chronic pain. It enhances cardiovascular health, improves mood, and mobilizes joints — with little risk and significant upside.

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• Walking activates large muscle groups, promoting endorphin release and improving blood flow to painful tissues.

• A 2022 meta-analysis in Pain Medicine confirmed walking as an effective intervention for chronic low back pain, improving both pain scores and functional outcomes (Pain Medicine, 2022).

• Walking also regulates circadian rhythm and improves sleep, which further decreases pain sensitivity.

• A child’s day is filled with walking and running — their health benefits from the default movement.

• Even short bouts (e.g., 5–10 minutes after each meal) contribute to metabolic improvements and pain relief.

Let’s get you walking without pain.Call 605-342-3280 to build a walking-based recovery plan.