Pain in the low back is frequently the result of a low level of muscle strength or lack of use. Having a strong core, which includes your lower back and abdominals, will often minimize lower back pain. Beginning an exercise program that engages your abdominals and lower back will help strengthen these muscles. Walking, running, aerobics, swimming and boxing are all cardio activities that engage these muscles. Yoga and pilates moves are great for lower back and abdominal training. There are many yoga and pilates DVD workouts currently on the market. Some are designed specifically to strengthen the lower back.

No it does not help, but using pilates is a great way to ease back pain and slipped disks.

It can cause lower back pain but not always

I believe that shingles can cause lower back pain.

Back pain lower right side causes are: Lower back and kidney disorders.