Massage treats the symptoms, but here’s how to stop the pain from coming back: Your deep core muscles play a key role in stabilizing your spine and pelvis, reducing strain on your lower back. But when they’re weak, your spine lacks proper support, increasing strain and pressure on your spine, discs, and lower back—almost like having nothing to ‘hold it all in place.’” Strengthening your deep core muscles is essential to stop pain from coming back.. These exercises stabilize your spine, protect i