Lower Back Pain Relief NOW!

Back pain is no joke! According to the National Institutes of Health, 8 out of 10 people will suffer from back pain at one point or another in their lifetime.  Something minuscule can trigger the back pain. Below are six quick remedy’s to help your lower back suggested by health.com.

1. The Office Chair- Even if you invest in the most expensive, “supportive” chair, it is still not enough to avoid lower back pain. Sitting reduces the flow of blood to your supportive discs and can add 30% more pressure to your back as opposed to standing. So get up, move around, stretch out! Do this at least once an hour. Also, while your sitting, make sure your posture is correct. Head straight, shoulders back and keep your feet firmly planted on the floor.
2. Change Your Shoes- Stilettos are not ideal, they can put stress on your knees, hips and back. Trying wearing heals that are less then 3 inches high.  Also, avoid backless shoes, with your heal flopping around you are losing support. Your shoe should hold your foot firmly in place!
3. Weight Loss- Shedding some excess pounds will help lighten the load. When you carry extra weight in your mid section it propels your pelvic forward, throwing off the alignment of your spine.  If  weight is your problem, consider making a healthy lifestyle change, like exercising and eating right.
4. Bras- If you are a women with larger breasts make sure you are wearing a supportive bra! The weight in your breasts can cause you to hunch forward putting strain on your shoulders and neck.  Get fitted by a professional, it will make all the difference!
5. Technology- We know you love your iPhone or tablet or that fancy new laptop, but they have not been so kind to us in return- or at least not on our backs. The head down position strains our necks and our backs. Try looking at your smart phones or laptops  head on instead.
6. Your Hectic Life- Stress can be a large contributor to back pain. Muscles start to tense up when you are stressed.  So relax! Lighter aerobic exercises like walking can help reduce your back pain and relieve stress, or try yoga!

Take a minute to examine your everyday life. These are quick fixes most people can stand to make. If you are seriously suffering from back pain and these simple changes don’t help, contact your pain med consultant. Life is Full of Pain, Suffering is Optional!

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