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Do you suffer from back pain? Do achy and tense muscles keep you up at night? Is doing things most people take for granted like playing with your children seems like a painful chore? Well you're not alone many people worldwide are suffering from the same problems. Here are some great ways to help you eliminate back pain.
By using heat this can greatly reduce your back pain and make you feel better. There are a couple of different methods you can use. You can use a heating pad for short periods of time soothe the muscles and bones in your back. Taking advantage of a hot bath you can soak those aches and pains away. If you have access to a hot tub or sauna these will help you tremendously to loosen those tense aching muscles.
The theracane massager is a massager that will allow you to reach areas on your back without the help from others. This unique tool will help you rub away those intense aches and pains. The theracane massager was voted as the best massage device in 2011 readers' choice awards check reference at about.com. There are many people worldwide that swear by this massager. Using this device morning and night can greatly help to relieve your back pain.
Omega 3 fatty acids like those found in fish oil can relieve aching problems throughout the body. This is in fact being called a miracle cure for arthritis and similar pains. You can find omega- 3s in such foods as flax seeds, walnuts, soybeans, navy beans, and kidney beans, olive oil, and fish. Be careful not to fry the olive oil or the fish. Frying with the olive oil will damage the omega-3s and deprive you of their health benefits. You can also find a quality supplement that contains omega-3s. You may want to consult your physician first.
The same as any injured body part you want to eliminate the amount of stress that you put on your back. There are two types of stress that can cause back pain. One of course is physical. Avoid heavy lifting; sit in chairs that help support your back. Learn proper methods for lifting and wear a quality back brace when necessary. The other form of stress that can cause you to have back pain is emotional or mental stress. Many people hold emotional stress in their muscles mainly in there neck and shoulders. The pain will go up and down from there. These are often called tension headaches? Try to identify situations that cause you stress. If possible avoid these altogether. If certain situations cannot be avoided try to prepare for these situations. Make a conscious decision to not let them get to you. Research stress reducers and practice ones that you like best.
Using targeted stretch techniques will also help those suffering from back pain. First you will want to identify the source of pain to determine if stretch is the right approach. Figure out which area of your back is sore. For example is it lower, upper or middle? Then find out what the appropriate stretch would be for that area. The proper stretching will limber the muscles and reduce pain in your back. This will also help lower your emotional stress.
By using these simple but effective techniques you will have a more pleasurable day. Your daily routine won't seem like such a hassle. You will find that you're sleeping better at nights. You will be surprised about the all around difference it makes in your life.
