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    Pain in the Back: 5 Tips to Care for Back Pain

    By Kara MastersonSeptember 5, 2017No Comments3 Mins Read
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    Back pain causes a host of problems. It can lead you to constantly switch chairs at work in an attempt to get comfortable; it may prevent you from sleeping at night or from playing with your kids. Learning how to manage back pain can make a significant difference.  Whether you are young and active or in your golden age and taking it slow, you don’t have to let back pain slow you down. Here are a few tips you can use to help you reduce the pain and continue your life.

    Determine the Source

    In order to properly treat the back pain, you need to know its source. Going to the doctor to discuss your back pain is imperative. You may discuss that it has been caused from lifting too much weight at work, or you may discover an underlying condition that is irritating your back. In any case, you can now begin to treat the source.

    Schedule an Appointment with the Chiropractor

    When you're suffering from back pain, working with a professional like Fulk Chiropractic or someone similar who specializes in such issues is advisable. With your chiropractor, you can devise a regular plan for addressing the back pain. You also have regular guidance available to assist you with new issues that come up or old ones that recur.

    Take Medications

    Plenty of over-the-counter medications can help you to temporarily reduce back pain. For example, if you struggle to fall asleep and have a major presentation tomorrow, you can take medication before going to back. For severe back pain, you may want to speak to your doctor about a prescription. Be careful with medication as reliance on or addictions to medicines can occur.

    For this reason it’s typically advisable to consult with a primary care provider before making a decision about long-term medication. In many cases there are ways of managing the pain without resulting to painkillers, but sometimes the drugs are the best option. Don’t make this decision without consulting a medical professional.

    Practice Posture

    While the way you're sitting might not be the sole cause of your back pain, it might be increasing the discomfort. Working to sit properly in a comfortable chair can help to reduce the pain that you feel. If you never listened when your parents told you to sit straight, now is the time to start integrating these pieces of advice.

    Use Heat

    If you've ever applied heat when part of your body was hurting, you likely know the benefits of it. Applying heat to your back when it's hurting can seriously help. You may find enough relief to get through the next few hour in an uncomfortable chair at work, or you might finally get the full night of sleep that your body has been craving.

    Back pain is more than just a nuisance. It can cause major problems in your waking life and in your sleep. Fortunately, when you're experiencing these types of issues, you can take steps to reduce the pain and live a more pleasant life.

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