Back pain affects approximately 85% of the American population. At some point in life, every 1 in 4 person has suffered from back pain, specifically in the lower back. It’s an ailment like any other but often it’s taken lightly because it has become a part of our lives. It is quite possible to treat back pain using natural remedies rather than relying on medication and complex treatments. Here are a few ways in which you can heal back pain naturally:
Use an Ice Pack
When back pain hits you, all you want is a quick solution. This is where an ice pack comes in hand. It is your first aid for any internal muscle injury. Just press a pack on your back, particularly on the area that hurts. It not only relieves the pain but it prevents swelling. If you don’t want to use a commercial ice pack, you can even make your own with ice cubes in a plastic wrap or use a bag of frozen corn. Keep pressing for a minimum of 20 minutes or until the pain subsides. You can continue this practice for a few days until the pain is completely gone.
Put Your Inner Endorphins to Work
Endorphins are hormones that can naturally heal any pain and back pain is no exception. Their effect is the same as any manufactured painkiller medicine. Endorphins stop the brain from registering the pain in the body. Additionally it helps you from any stress or tiredness that may be caused by chronic back pain. These are some of the activities that boost the release of endorphins in your body:
- Meditation
- Massage and Spa Treatments
- Consuming Dark Chocolate
- Listening To Your Favorite Music
- Acupuncture
- Aerobic Exercise
- Socializing With People You Like
- Adapt Ergonomics in Your Lifestyle
Most people spend more than half of their day in front of a screen, sitting at a desk. Back pain is normally caused by the wrong posture. It can even lead to a hunched back. If you want to heal back pain permanently, you should follow ergonomic principles. Ensure that the screen is at least 20 inches from you. The mouse and keyboard should be near you so you don’t have to extend your arms. Your wrists, hands and forearms should be parallel and straight, as much as possible. You should be in a relaxed position, otherwise you’ll place unnecessary burden on your back.
These are some of the most effective natural ways to heal back pain. If you are suffering from pain, you must immediately adapt these into your lifestyle and see how effectively they cure your pain.
