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Low back pain is an inflammation of tissues and muscles within the lumbar region of the spine. Some low back pain is minor and only occurs due to prolonged sitting or standing. More significant low back pain can be due to injury to the area or chronic pain that develops over time.
Numerous ways have been discovered to relieve low back pain. Below are some of the most common and effective ways of easing pain in the lower back.
Proper sleeping posture
It is essential that the lower back is in a relaxed position when asleep. Any strain or uneven curvature of the back during sleep will result in discomfort the next morning. Sleeping on a firm surface is more helpful in maintaining the alignment of the back compared to sleeping on a very soft mattress. Avoid lying on a couch or bed with the head tilted forward as this will put pressure on the discs within the spine. In general, sleeping in on your back, stomach, or on the side are effective ways to relieve low back pain.
Maintain Good Posture
Improper posture can place strain within the lower back, therefore, making it more painful.
Here are some ways you can maintain proper posture to alleviate low back pain.
- Watch the way you sit. When sitting, keep an upright position and avoid slouching. It is best to sit on a sturdy surface such as a chair to keep your back straight. When sitting on an uneven surface such as a couch, you can place a pillow to support your lumbar area and maintain its curvature. This will help ease the strain and pressure in the area.
- Watch the way you stand. Avoid bending over in a c-shape. If you have to, try bending your knees instead. Try not to carry heavy things on your back either, use a trolley or ask for help when there is a need to carry heavy objects.
Over-the-counter Medications
Over-the-counter pain relievers may be effective in relieving mild low back pain. If you are experiencing low back pain due to a muscle strain, you may benefit from Ibuprofen or Tylenol.
Chiropractic Treatment
Chiropractic treatment works to restore the spine’s natural alignment by manipulating specific joints and muscles in order to relieve symptoms that have been causing pain such as sciatic nerve pain, sleeping difficulties, or depression. With the help of chiropractic techniques, the injured area causing the low back pain is alleviated thereby allowing the body’s natural healing process to take place.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy can enhance the function of your lower back area in cases of low back pain. This procedure is great at easing and relaxing the muscles causing the pain. Physical therapy can also relieve discomfort from arthritis or muscle sprain if these are the reasons for the low back pain. Physical therapists work closely together with their patients on an individualized regimen designed for each patient’s condition so they have the best chance at success possible accordingly.
Ice and Heat
Ice and Heat are two natural remedies that can help relieve lower back pain. The Institute for Functional Medicine says applying an icy cold compress to your spine could reduce inflammation while heating up the area around it with a heating pad might also provide relief from soreness caused by muscle spasms or other causes of discomfort within this area.
Fitness
Another way to relieve low back pain is by doing regular exercise. Physical activities like yoga, Pilates, and swimming can help strengthen your muscles within the spine along with the rest of the muscles that support it from below. These physical abilities can keep your spine healthy and strengthen your core.
Talk Therapy
Talk therapy is a type of counseling that works by allowing people who are going through difficult circumstances such as mental health problems and substance abuse issues to share their stories while being understood without judgment so they can heal themselves together in order for both parties involved to gain some sense of peace that will last them a lifetime. This form of therapy also helps patients experiencing physical stress such as low back pain in coping with their situation.
Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a technique used to help people with chronic pain. It involves wearing sensors, which record the body’s response and track changes over time using an algorithm for effective treatment plans customized for the patient.
Low back pain is a common condition suffered by many peoples. If you suffer from this condition, schedule an appointment with us at N8 Family Chiropractic so we can start a treatment plan for you.
References:
https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/ss/slideshow-relieving-back-pain
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Low_back_pain
https://www.spine-health.com/blog/7-ways-relieve-back-pain-naturally
https://www.healthline.com/health/back-pain-management
