subject: Simple Remedies For A Sore Back [print this page] Back pain can be a real problem for many people. For some the pain is serious enough that it requires medical attention. Some may even need surgery and at the very least they will need medication to help with the pain. However, for the majority of cases it only takes a few changes to your habits to relieve the pain and keep it at bay. Let's take a look at some sore back remedies that can get you back on your feet again.
The initial approach to relieving a sore back is to rest. You need to give your body a chance to heal itself without creating any further damage. Resting will allow for nerve damage to heal and ease any inflammation that you may be experiencing. However, this shouldn't be carried on indefinitely. After a day or two you need to get moving again.
One difficulty that people with sore backs face is the ability to sleep through the night. Changing the way you sleep can help with this situation. Lie on your side on a firm mattress and place a pillow in between your knees. This position will align your back properly and the firmer mattress will provide better support.
Light exercise can help keep muscles strong and toned. And it will help with mobility. It does not have to be a major workout, a simple 15 minute walk several times a day could help. Stretching exercises are also important for your back muscles to regain their flexibility.
As an alternative to over the counter pain relievers, there is a pain relieving cream with a natural ingredient called Capsaicin that you may want to try. Capsaicin is found in chili peppers and is the ingredient that makes them so hot. The heat from the Capsaicin will bring you comfort from your pain. It may sting a little but that just shows that it is working. Look for concentration levels of 0.025%.
Proper body alignment when seated is important if you want to remedy a sore back. When you're sitting, position your hips back as far as they can go and place a small pillow behind your lumbar area. In this position your shoulders should be arched and your back will form a bow shape. You should use this position while at your desk, on your work commute and while watching TV.
