Back Pain Remedies For Relief
It could have been caused by carrying a heavy object or maybe you went a little too hard on the golf course. It may have been as simple as clocking up too many hours at the work desk to make some deadlines. Whatever the cause your back is now in pain and you want some back pain remedies.
Don’t worry you are not alone, it is estimated that 80% of people suffer back pain at one point in their lives. Unfortunately medical science is really limited in their approach to back pain, it is pretty much take prescription medication and rest up. The bright side is that there are some helpful alternative back pain remedies that can have you feeling good as gold in no time.
It was long held that resting in bed for a couple of days or even a few weeks was the best among back pain remedies. This is now believed to be wrong and research shows that it may even be detrimental. Moving, even if it is just some easy short walks, is very important to keep the muscles strong and for movement of fluids in the back. If you rest too much your back muscles will deteriorate and provide less support for your already injured back and that is not good. Laying flat on the back may be uncomfortable so it is recommended you place a pillow under your knees. Stomach laying can result in twisting your neck to breath properly.
A very easy but often overlooked in the back pain remedies is one of getting adequate sleep. Sleep is when the body repairs and recovers which is very important when you are injured and healing. Probably the best position is on your side but be sure to use a pillow between the knees, especially if you are female as this will take stress off your hips and lower back.
In the kitchen back pain remedies can easily be found. Epsom salts are high in magnesium which is good for pain relief and muscle spasm. Add them to your bath water and soak for about 30 minutes. Be aware you may need a hand in and out of the bath. The root ginger has long been known as a remedy for nausea but should it also be part of back pain remedies? Yes, ginger has anti-inflammatory effects and some mild aspirin like qualities. If your back is hurting, take a 1-2 inch (2.5-5cm) piece of ginger root and thinly slice it into a quart (just under 1litre) of boiling water. Simmer with a cover on for 30 minutes on low heat. Let cool, strain and sweeten with honey and drink it.
If you do not want to take drugs or medicine for your aching back then there are plenty of natural back pain remedies to choose from. The previously mentioned ones are a good starting point.