Written By Lizzie Howard / Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Back pain can take a big toll on both your mental and physical health which is why we are here to give you seven tips to alleviate it! Suffering from either regular or occasional back pain? Keep reading to discover some simple ways to reduce it.
Stretching
There are a ton of benefits from implementing some quick stretches into your daily routine including back pain relief. You can reduce tension in your back, improve mobility, and lower your risk of injury by taking just a few minutes a day to stretch your body. Stretching properly can even work to immediately alleviate back pain depending on the severity. Check out some stretches to ease the pain, here.
Exercise
Similar to regular stretching, regular exercise and activity can also work to alleviate back pain. While there are some exercises, just like stretches that can immediately reduce back pain, make it a point to add exercise into your daily life to further reduce overall back pain. Get started on strengthening the muscles that support your spine with specific back exercises today for relief tomorrow!
Improve Posture
Improving your posture can assist in alleviating muscle tension which then will alleviate back pain. Pay attention to your posture throughout the day when you are sitting, standing, lying in bed, and moving around and compare it to examples of proper posture to make any adjustments needed that may correlate with your back pain.
Back Massage
A regular or therapeutic massage is a great way to alleviate back pain. It will not only relax your muscles but can work out any kinks that may be contributing factors to the pain you are experiencing. Some chiropractic offices offer massages specifically geared towards back pain which would be the most efficient option.
Use a Foam Roller
Foam rollers are a quick and easy way to alleviate your back pain from the comfort of your own home! Consider purchasing a foam roller that has a vibrating feature to enhance the benefits even further. Using a foam roller can provide similar benefits to stretching and exercising on a regular basis along with assisting to reduce inflammation and relieving knots that may be in your muscles.
Change Up Your Shoes
Did you know your shoes may be contributing to your back pain? Whether it’s the type of shoes you are wearing or the length of time you have been wearing them for, your shoes very well could be a contributing factor. Explore shoe options that are designed for those experiencing back pain or simply just change up the shoes you are wearing after a few hours of wearing one pair.
See a Chiropractor
If the tips above have not been alleviating your back pain, it may be time to visit a chiropractor! Also, consider paying a visit to a chiropractor for a more professional opinion on steps you can take to alleviate the back pain you are experiencing. A simple online search of, “Best Chiropractor in Jonesboro GA,” or wherever you live can connect you with the best chiropractor in your area.
There are many easy and convenient tips for alleviating back pain but make sure you visit a chiropractor to get a professional opinion on your pain. Aside from that, incorporate stretching and exercise into your daily routine, get an occasional massage and foam roller to use at home, and make sure you have supportive shoes that you are changing regularly! Take our tips and you will be on your way to back pain relief in no time.
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Written By:
Lizzie Howard is a Colorado native who after graduating from the University of Colorado spends her time as a freelance writer. When Lizzie isn’t writing, she enjoys going on hikes, baking for her friends and family, and spending time with her beloved yellow lab, Sparky.
Reviewed By:
Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com.
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