On Nov 6, 11:18�am, Udo wrote:
I have been laid up well over 10 month due to illness, developed lower
back , leg and feet problem. �I am starting again slowly with
stretching exercises as before. �Never had to use back support before
but was always aware of my limitation with my lower back.

Looking now for the best support I can find to allow me to be more
active again and hopefully be ready for the March contest. Any advice
out there with practical experience.
Udo

It sounds like you are looking for an industrial lumbar support belt.
These are the rather thick black belts with velco, shoulder straps,
stays in the back, and elastic side straps to really cinch it up. This
will offer good support to your lower back while rigging or de-rigging
your glider. You don't want to wear the support all of the time
because it becomes a crutch and you need to strengthen your back and
abdominal muscles to help support your back on its own. I have found
Pilates seems to be a good core workout for lower back conditions. I
would do the exercises as tolerated over the winter then use the belt
while assembling your ship in the spring. While lifting remember to
keep your ears over your shoulders and your nose between toes.
Bending and twisting while lifting is what gets most people. I
suggest you find a good Chiropractor in your area to help you
rehabilitate your back.

Barry