There are a number of back pain relief remedies that are for the most part under your control. And sometimes, it?s nice to know some options that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine.
These tips can help manage your pain.
Ice is a very effective pain reliever
Even with all the high tech medical options available, a simple ice application can still be one of the more effective, proven methods to treat a sore back or neck. Ice is typically most effective if it is applied soon after an injury occurs, or after any activity that causes pain or stiffness. Ice can also be very helpful in alleviating postoperative pain and discomfort. While any form of applying cold to the injured area - such as a bag of ice wrapped in a towel or a commercial ice pack - should be helpful, combining massage therapy with ice application is a nice alternative for pain relief.
Heat therapy is good too
While the overall qualities of warmth and heat have long been associated with comfort and relaxation, heat therapy goes a step further and can provide both pain relief and healing benefits for many types of lower back pain. In addition, heat therapy - such as heating pads, heat wraps, hot baths, warm gel packs, etc. - is both inexpensive and easy to do. Some patients find more pain relief with heat (either moist heat or dry heat) and others with ice. The two therapies may also be alternated.
Hamstring stretching exercises can help
If you have tight hamstring muscles (the large muscles in the back of your thighs), the motion in your pelvis may be limited, which can increase stress across your lower back. To decrease this stress it is a good idea to incorporate hamstring stretching exercises into your daily routine. Hamstring stretching should typically include applying even pressure to lengthen the hamstring muscle for 30 to 45 seconds at a time, one to two times each day. There are a number of different ways to stretch your hamstrings, and if you have a back condition you may want to check with your doctor or physical therapist to discuss which position will work best for you.
Some therapies actually feel good!
While it sometimes may not seem like it, there are a number of soothing, rewarding therapies available to treat back pain. Here aare two options to consider: Massage therapy is a proven method for alleviating lower back pain, and can also improve sleep and lessen anxiety and depression (which sometimes accompany pain). Some insurance plans will cover massage therapy. Another treatment option is water therapy. In addition to the physical therapy benefits, water therapy has the added benefits of relaxation and sensory alterations due to water temperature and hydrostatic pressure. It also unweights the joints of the spine and allows for further range of motion. See also Massage therapy for back pain and Water therapy exercise program.
Sat Aug 11, 2007 2:07 am
ali Senior Member Pakistani
Joined: 24 May 2007 Posts: 728 Location: New York
These tips are very helpful for those who have back pain. Very nice information Ayesha.
Tue Aug 14, 2007 6:17 am
Hollow Senior Member Pakistani
Joined: 30 Nov 2007 Posts: 824
Yes these tips will help to get rid of back pain.I am amazed to know that ice can relieve the pain . This is really a new stuff for me.thanks for the article.
Sat Dec 08, 2007 1:09 am
Anni Ali Best Member
Joined: 25 Jan 2008 Posts: 6743
nice post..thnx for sharing...i was amazed to see ice can relieve back pain cuz i always heard abt hot water bottle...
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Sat Mar 01, 2008 9:15 am
shakeelmscw Shayari Moderator
Joined: 22 Aug 2007 Posts: 5199 Location: United Arab Emirates
Nice info Ayesha
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Wed Mar 12, 2008 9:19 pm
eastern11 Pak Newbie
Joined: 25 Aug 2008 Posts: 2 Location: USA
If you have back ache, always bend your knees when picking up something from teh ground. Don't bend from teh waist simply without bending your knees. Don't carry a heavy shoulder bag. Walking has also ben proven to help with back ache. If you have bad backache, also check your mattress. It should be firm but not too much. Its a myth that sleeping on the floor improves backache. Two doctors have told me this.
Mon Aug 25, 2008 9:26 am
jumakhan abdulkhaliq Sweetest Member
Joined: 08 Mar 2008 Posts: 2345 Location: kingdom of bahrain
