Back pain is a common condition that can dramatically affect your life. Back pain can make it difficult to move. Your chiropractor can help you manage back pain, with several effective treatments to help you find relief.
What You Need To Know About Back Pain
Back pain can happen suddenly, caused by a vehicular accident, sports injury, or other event. Back pain can also happen gradually, caused by arthritis, degenerative spinal conditions, weight gain, and other conditions.
There are a few important steps you can take to help manage back pain. Remember to:
Sleep on a medium-firm mattress that supports your entire body
Avoid carrying heavy objects like a handbag, because it can cause pressure on your back
Avoid wearing old, non-supportive shoes that don’t support and cushion your feet
Take breaks and move around to avoid staying in the same position for a long period of time
Develop good posture by standing and sitting up straight, without hunching or slouching
Exercise regularly, including gentle stretches to relax tense muscles in your back and keep your spine flexible
Maintain a healthy weight by eating a healthy diet
For mild, occasional back pain, you may be able to get relief if you:
Apply an ice or heat pack to your back
Take over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and Tylenol
Gently stretch and move
For moderate to severe, frequent back pain, you should seek out the help and expertise of your chiropractor. Your chiropractor may recommend:
Massage therapy, to relax tense muscles, tendons, and ligaments
Decompression therapy, to relieve compressed disks causing nerve pressure in your spine
A chiropractic adjustment realigns the bones in your spine to relieve pressure and pain in your back
Want To Know More?
You don’t have to let back pain control your life. To find out more about the causes, management, and treatment of back pain, call your chiropractor today.
