10 Steps to Reduce Back Pain

STEP 1 – Have a Medical Examination

Check out the possibility that your back problems are caused by poor posture, excess body weight, everyday stresses, and common causes such as these. However if you suffer from chronic back pain then it may be caused by a serious condition such as slipped or herniated disks, fibromyalgia, injuries to the neck or spine, and very rarely, other conditions such as cancer, kidney infection, and so on. Once you know what you’re dealing with then you are in a position to seek the correct remedies.

STEP 2 – Prevention

If you’ve already damaged your back you can’t go back in time and remedy it but not irritating those injuries further is very important. Be careful with daily activities like lifting, whether it’s something at work or your children and groceries, and jarring such as when you brake hard while driving. Make sure you have an ergonomic workstation at work and don’t remain in one position too long, and be selective with your exercises at the gym. Get advice from a gym instructor.

STEP 3 – Watch Your Posture

Don’t slouch or drape yourself over your desk or remain in one postion too long. Practice good posture both in your car and at home and work.

STEP 4 – Stretch Those Muscles

If you don’t use muscles they wither away and become weaker. Weaker muscles don’t provide the support the body requires and this is a recipe for damaging your back. Try some stretching exercises to get oxygen into your body and improve circulation while toning the muscles. Try to find some time first thing in the morning or before you go to bed.

STEP 5 – Relaxation

Stress can lead to tense muscles which in turn lead to a sore neck, shoulders, headaches, and even neck and back pain. Attack the source of the stress and try yoga, meditation or other relaxation methods.

STEP 6 – Exercise

Inactivity causes problems as we mentioned in step 4 so it’s important to get some exercise. Walking, biking and swimming are all  good exercises, or you can use an elliptical machine at your gym.  Anything that gets you active without putting strain on your back should be sufficient.

STEP 7 – Lose Weight

If you’re overweight then you’re putting extra strain on your body that it wasn’t designed for and creating long term health problems. As well as creating extra strain for your heart and wear on joints, you are also risking damage to your back. Make healthy eating and exercise a priority.

STEP 8 – Home Remedies

Try a heating pad or hot water bottle, use a recliner to invert, take a hot shower or hot bath, practice some yoga, and try other home remedies. As a one-off they may help reduce pain and longer term use they can help the body to heal.

STEP 9 – Massage

A good massage can reduce the discomfort of back pain, but be sure to advise the masseuse of your problems. If it’s available try a hot stone massage as well.  The hot stones can improve the blood circulation and help your back muscles relax.

STEP 10 – Try Everything

One thing on its own may not be the solution but the incremental improvements

created by trying multiple remedies may produce the relief from back pain you are seeking. If necessary talk to your doctor about medications or other treatment options. Sometimes taking medications can be the only way to get short term relief from chronic and consistent pain. Back pain is manageable and can be cured, if it receives the correct treatment.

Note: This information is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health professional prior to starting any new treatment

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