Are you suffering from chronic back pain?
Are you sick and tired of friends and family suggesting experimental treatments or expensive medications that never seem to help?
As Edina's Back Pain Expert I have years of experience, dealing with people who have almost given up on reducing their chronic back pain.
"It's a part of life, I've managed for this long, I can put up with it"
But what if you didn't have to?
There are lots of ways to help ease your back pain from the comfort of your own home with zero cost to yourself.
I have created this blog to highlight some of the best ways you can ease your chronic back pain!
The Impact Of Chronic Back Pain On Your Lifestyle
Chronic pain can be defined as a pain or discomfort that lasts for longer than 6 months or longer than the particular recovery from an injury.
Like most things in our lives, if they're present for 6 months or more they can become the new normal. Meaning that you adapt and learn to put up with your chronic back pain, one inconvenience at a time.
Many past patients would tell me how they've missed out on watching their children play sports or a reunion among friends due to agonizing chronic pain that they have learnt to live with.
Without giving a thought to why they have just accepted this pain as an immovable object.
4 Forms Of Treatment For Chronic Back Pain
Back pain can be extremely debilitating and interfere with your quality of life, but there are some natural ways that you can alleviate the discomfort without having to rely on prescription drugs or injections.
Here are 4 of the best ways to ease your chronic back pain:
Posture
It's more important than you might think! Slouching or hunching over for prolonged periods can cause tension in your neck, shoulders, and importantly your back.
When we slouch, our muscles struggle to keep us balanced, which leads to added strain and fatigue.
Try to improve your posture while sat at a desk or in the car for long periods. Adjust your seat so you have easy access to what you need without slouching or stretching.
Remember, good posture is an ongoing commitment - but your body will thank you for it!
Heat Therapy
Heat is a simple yet effective method to relieve discomfort and promote healing. Applying heat to an affected area can provide significant relief, particularly for conditions like chronic back pain.
Heat therapy works by improving circulation and blood flow to the targeted area. This increased blood flow brings along added proteins, nutrients, and oxygen, which are vital for healing.
Plus, the warmth helps to relax tense muscles, reducing chronic back pain spasms and alleviating discomfort.
Next time your chronic back pain flares up try applying a hot water bottle or heating pad to your back, both options should be used with care to avoid burns.
Strengthening Exercises
Doing exercises that strengthen your core muscles can help support your back and reduce pain. The stronger your muscles are, the better they can support your spine and prevent injury. This is particularly true for your core muscles, which include your abdominals, obliques, and lower back muscles.
Start with simple abdominal crunches and try adding more difficult exercises as you become stronger.
With time, patience, and consistency, strengthening exercises can become a powerful tool in your journey toward a pain-free back!
Physical Therapy
A lot of the techniques for easing chronic back pain attack the symptoms, managing the pain rather than the underlying issue. Physical therapy can help you to find the root cause of your pain, helping to reduce the symptoms and the likelihood of pain in the future.
Our team has first hand experience of identifying the root cause of your pain and offering the fastest and most effective forms of treatment.
The goal in my clinic has always been to get you back to what you love as quickly as possible. That means giving you expert treatment without spending a lifetime in and out of appointments.
Our Free Discovery Visit is the best way to get started with us, you will get 1 on 1 time with our expert physical therapists, get the answers to your questions and discover your treatment options.
By addressing the root cause of your pain and providing personalized advice, physical therapy can be a powerful tool in your journey towards a pain-free life.
If you aren't sure about coming into clinic just yet, we are also offering a Free Telephone Consultation.
You will be able to share your story, set your goals for the future and discuss a tailored treatment plan all from the comfort of your own home!
Simply fill in our simple web form below:
Arrange your Free Discovery Visit or Free Telephone Consultation Today!
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