You’re not alone in experiencing back pain. Nearly
four out of five people suffer from this painful condition some time in
their lives. Back pain relief is achieved by preventing further back deterioration
through medical or other methods and by making sure you take care to
avoid damaging your back in the future. Browse these pages for ways to
relieve back pain through proper diagnosis and treatment, careful exercise,
good posture, self-massage, sensible work practices, natural treatments,
appropriate diet, and even the right mattress and pillows for sleep.
Check out Cause of back pain for information on the
many origins of back pain. Osteoarthitis, herniated discs (also known
as slipped or ruptured discs), muscle strains and spasms, scoliosis and
spondylitis are all common causes of chronic lower back pain. However
psychological disorders and nutritional deficiencies can also be a source
of back pain, as can kidney problems and cancer and back pain relief
is often possible when the exact cause is known.
The Diagnostics pages explain the use of diagnostic
tools, such as x-rays, CAT scans, myelograms, electromyograms (EMG),
and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) scans.
Visit the Treatments sections to
learn about the many remedies available for back pain relief – from surgery, manipulation,
foot orthotics and acupuncture, to the many complementary treatments,
such as massage therapy, Alexander therapy, yoga, tai chi, pilates,
hydrotherapy, heat and cold therapies, transcutaneous electrical stimulation,
biofeedback, Feldenkrais therapy, magnetic therapy and nutrition therapy.
Click on the Back Pain Exercise section for diagrams
and descriptions of many gentle and safe exercises that provide lower
back pain relief, and a free PDF Exercise Manual. And finally, the Everyday
Living section has advice on ways do everyday household
and yard chores, which, with a little effort and dedication to the
task by you, will bring you back pain relief.
