You don't need to blow your budget to find back pain relief.

Most Osteopaths treating patients suffering from back pain have little faith in the products marketed for relieving back pain. This is due to the absence of scientific research, which leaves doubt about their efficacy. The basic things that you should do when feeling pain in your back is to rest from what you are doing, and then move your back slightly to prevent stiffness. Painkillers are also advised, but in the case of back pain that persists for more than three days, it is advisable to consult a doctor.

Most doctors have recommended the following as the most effective treatment of back pain. It has been proven that a TENS machine is a high-tech gadget which passes electricity to the back that prevents the spinal nerves from passing the pain signals. It helps muscle contraction, which increases the flow of blood to the affected part, and it can help in the healing process.

A different mattress can help too. Mattresses made of memory foam are recommended as they mould to exactly fit back posture.  The McKenzie Lumbar Roll helps in the proper posture of the back so that the back is bent inwards, which can prevent back pain. Alternate cold and hot treatment with ice and heat packs causes instant relief from back pain while increasing the blood flow. Exercise with a Swiss Ball is also an effective way to reduce back pain. Fortunately there are 6 Inexpensive Back Pain Relief Products that are worth taking a look at.

6 Inexpensive Back Pain Relief Products

 

A SHOCK TO THE SYSTEM
A high-tech TENS machine, this device passes electrical signals through adhesive pads into the lower back, which blocks the body’s pain signals. It also causes the muscles to contract, which increases blood flow to the area and stimulates healing. Many of my patients have experienced good results with a cheaper TENS machine too.

 

SLEEP EASY
A poor mattress is thought to be the cause of one in ten cases of back pain. I recommend mattresses  or toppers that are made of ‘memory foam’, which moulds to fit the back.

 

CUSHION THE SPINE

Many people slump so that the spine curves outward, which compresses the lower back discs and weakens muscles.  The McKenzie Lumbar Roll is an inflatable cushion that nestles into the lower back, encouraging you to sit correctly with your spine curved inwards. It can be attached to chairs or car seats.

 

FEEL THE HEAT … AND THE COLD

Ice desensitises nerve endings, providing instant pain relief and reducing inflammation in the affected area. Heat increases blood flow, which stimulates healing. Apply an ice pack wrapped in a light towel to your back for five minutes. Remove and apply a heat pack, also wrapped in a towel, for 20 minutes.

 

STRETCHING POINT

A Swiss ball  is a versatile piece of equipment. Try lying face-down on the ball so that your hands and your feet are both touching the ground.

Raising one limb at a time and holding it for 20 seconds works the core and spinal muscles. For a stretch, lie with your back on the ball, your feet planted on the floor and your arms across your chest. Extend your arms behind you to decompress the spine.

 

ARE YOU SITTING  COMFORTABLY?

Ergonomic chairs are a must, but you don’t need to pay thousands of pounds. When sitting, your hips should be parallel and slightly higher than your knees. You can buy chairs with additional lumbar support but it’s just as effective to buy a separate cushion.

 

Remember: our bodies are not designed to sit for hours on end, so move around every 30 minutes. For anyone who spends all day working at a computer, a screen-raiser is important. It’s a stand that increases the height of your monitor so that it is at eye level. This is essential to keep your posture straight.

 

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It is best to not rely too heavily on painkillers as they only mask the pain and may not help to treat the underlying cause of back pain. It is advisable to take an alternative form of treatment. Take a look at any one of the 6 inexpensive back pain relief products mentioned above. After reading this, I know I can feel myself sitting up a bit straighter!

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