12/05/2026
Most people use βmuscle tensionβ and βmuscle stiffnessβ interchangeably, but theyβre actually two different things, with different causes and different solutions.
Muscle tension is often your bodyβs protective response to spinal compression or stress β your muscles contract to guard the spine, which is why simply relaxing or getting a massage doesnβt always fix it long-term.
Muscle stiffness, on the other hand, tends to come from inactivity, cold temperatures, or post-exercise recovery β and responds better to movement, stretching, and circulation support.
Understanding the difference is the first step to treating it properly.
The Backrack works by decompressing the spine at the source, which can βswitch offβ that chronic tension signal and improve flexibility for both conditions.
Read our full article here π π https://www.spinalbackrack.com/muscle-tension-vs-muscle-stiffness/
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