Scientists have shown that the Islamic prayer (known as Salah) which Muslims perform five times a day can be good for your back if done properly with the right knee and back angles.<\/p>\n
The research used computer-generated models of people in prayer positions and analysed he effect on lower back pain.<\/p>\n
The prostration position known as the Sajdah, increases the elasticity of joints according to the study. Whilst praying once a day is beneficial, praying five times a day provides even more benefit.<\/p>\n
Prof Khasawneh, co-author of the said: \u201cOne way to think about the movements is that they are similar to those of yoga or physical therapy intervention exercises used to treat low back pain.<\/p>\n
\u201cPhysical health is influenced by socio-economic, lifestyle and religious factors.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cMoreover, studies indicate that there is a strong association between prayer and vigilance about maintaining a physically healthy lifestyle.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cPrayer can eliminate physical stress and anxiety, while there is also research that indicates prayer rituals can be considered an effective clinical treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal dysfunction.\u201d<\/p>\n
Interestingly, the Sajdah, as taught by the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is found in the Bible:<\/p>\n
\u201cAnd he (Jesus) went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed\u2026\u201d (Matthew 26:39)
\n\u201cAnd Joshua fell on his face to the earth, and did worship\u2026\u201d (Joshua 5:14)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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