How to Cure an Aching Back

A lot of people suffer from chronic back pain. Many times it seems that there is no end in sight, even after countless trips to the doctor. Do not feel hopeless. There are ways to treat your aching back.

Instructions

• 1

  Avoid undue stress on your back. Understand how to bend and lift properly in addition to stretching before doing any physical activity that involves use of back muscles.

• 2

  Control your weight. Being overweight is an instant factor in developing back pain because of the additional stress it places on your body.

• 3

  Stand properly. When standing upright for a prolonged period of time, hold your stomach in when you stand. It tilts the pelvis toward the back and provides crucial support for the lower spine.

• 4

  Take frequent breaks to walk and stretch, if you must sit for a long period of time.

• 5

  Sleep on a firm mattress.

• 6

  Lie down for an extended period of time to reduce stress.

• 7

  Try an antiinflammatory like Motrin or a pain reliever such as Tylenol to reduce pain. Muscle relaxers prescribed by a physician may also be helpful.

• 8

  Place an ice bag on your back and lay on it for several hours. Stand up to walk and move around afterward.

• 9

  Get a massage to loosen tense back muscles. A trained professional can help relieve some discomfort caused by knotted muscles.

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  Ask your physician for specific back exercises you can do to relieve back pain.