Alleviate Back Pain

Almost every individual suffers from back pain at some point or another in their lives. No matter the duration, dealing with this pain is not easy. Back pain may be caused by an accident, lifting of heavy loads, spending lots of hours seating down, or poor sleeping position just to mention but a few. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to manage or deal with this problem. The following are tips on how to alleviate back pain:

1. Have a good night’s sleep

Sleep problems and disturbances are common among individuals suffering from back pain. A good night’s sleep helps in repairing strained back muscles as well as soothe inflamed joints. However, to ensure that you get a good night’s sleep you need to first get a good bed. Then, try or experiment different sleeping positions. It is important to emphasize that poor sleeping position is one of the leading causes of back pain.

2. Exercise

Exercise and stretching can be helpful in dealing with a backache. Simple or basic exercises like walking and jogging are very helpful when it comes to alleviating back pain. Such exercises help in getting your body in a neutral upright position that helps in alleviating back pain. However, you should avoid strenuous activities or exercises that can strain the back muscles that may lead to back pain.

3. Maintain a healthy weight

Being overweight provides many disadvantages including back pain. Losing weight, especially if you have chronic back pain, is one of the best ways to alleviate the pain. Having excess weight pulling on your back for a full day strains the back muscles leading to a backache. Therefore, if you are overweight seek medical advice on how to get your weight under control. Your back will thank you.

4. Maintain a good posture

A backache may be caused by a long workout session at the gym, but the real cause of the pain may have been building up for a long period of time. Due to the buildup, a simple strain to the back muscles may cause pain. Therefore in order to help ensure that you do not strain these muscles, it is advisable to always maintain a good posture when walking, sitting or even sleeping.

5. Physiotherapy

Physical therapy can actually help relieve backache. A regular massage from an experienced specialist can help in relaxing the back muscles. It is important to point out that strained and stiff back muscles are the reason why people experience back problems. Perhaps, a regularly scheduled massage may be an effective (and relaxing) way to help alleviate back pain.

Back pain can prevent you from enjoying life and carrying out your daily activities. These are but a few methods one could employ to live a healthy life without agonizing back pain.

Remember to live life to its Fullest

Dr. Kevin Crawford

4110 22nd Place Lubbock, TX 79410

(806) 792-4329

Disclaimer:  This information is provided as an educational service only, and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice.  Anyone seeking specific medical advice or assistance should consult his or her doctor or orthopedic surgeon.