If you suffer from back pain, you will know how annoying and painful it can be. Not everyone wants to take painkillers all the time as you can develop a tolerance to them and not everyone can afford to get to a chiropractor, so here are some natural, healthy and affordable ways to relieve back pain.
Heat Pads
If you have pretty intense back pain – especially in the morning when you wake up – it can be an idea to start your day by using a heat-pad before you even get out of bed. This can help warm up muscles, ease stiffness and prevent the muscles from spasming when you move.
Regular Massages
Massages have many benefits when it comes to back pain, they can help with many issues and deal with many things including;
- Promoting circulation
- Ease stress
- Relax muscles
- Boost endorphins
These all work together to create less tension and relieve pain. You can either go into a salon, massage parlour or even get a masseuse to come to your home. Massage chairs are also a great option for those who would find it painful to get up and lie on a hard table or for those who are willing to invest a little more in one go to save money in the long run.
Laughter and Yoga
They say that laughter is the best medicine and they aren’t wrong. Laughter increases the oxygen to the body which can reduce stress and encourages more endorphins to be produced in the body. Mix that with yoga and you have laughter yoga (yeah it’s a real thing). There are programmes out there that are designed to help people naturally relieve pain. This is mixed with a combination of deep breathing exercises, regular yoga exercises and laughter exercises.
Change Sleep Position
The way you sleep can have a huge part to play in back pain. Try various sleep positions and see if anything helps. Alternatively, you could invest in a reclining bed. Sleeping in the reclining position can help prevent there being as much furniture on your lower back. The good news is that if you don’t want to commit to a reclining bed before knowing if it will help you, you can hire one from a medical supply company to see if it’s right for you first. If you’d prefer to go for a less expensive and less drastic change, then a wedge-shaped cushion could help provide similar support.
Long Bath
A long, warm bath can help soothe a lot of different types of aches and pain and back pain is no exception. This can also allow your muscles to relax, which could help you to gently exercise without severe pain. If you struggle to sleep after a bath, then ensure to take one 2-3 hours before going to bed. You can also find and purchase a bath pillow for optimal relaxation.
Horace is a health and wellness researcher with expertise in holistic medicine and evidence-based treatments. His writing covers everything from nutrition and fitness to emerging healthcare technologies.