Treat Low Back Pain Before it Gets Worse

By Stepy Kamei

If there's anything worse than having lower back pain, it's having lower back pain which doesn't go away and ends up becoming a chronic health issue. Doctors and healthcare experts have found that this happens way too often in our society. Many people find that they're so busy with their hectic schedules that they think the easiest solution is simply to ignore the pain until it (hopefully) goes away. Although, in a sense, this may be the easiest way to deal with back pain, it's definitely not the most effective course of action to take. It's a terrible idea! Chronic back pain, which is defined as back pain which lasts longer than six weeks, often develops as a result of acute back pain not getting the proper treatment it needs. Be sure to take care of your back at all times, especially when you experience any sort of pain or discomfort, to make sure you don't develop a long-lasting pain-related health condition. 

Taking Care of Your Back When You Experience Pain

When you notice pain in your lower back area, you should immediately treat it -- especially if it comes on suddenly. If it is a sudden pain, stop whatever activity you are doing to avoid making any potential damage worse. If it's a gradual sense of discomfort that isn't going away, try to limit and avoid too much physical activity for the next few hours, at least. During this time, alternate using an ice pack as well as a heating pack on the affected area. The ice will numb the area and reduce pain and inflammation, while warmth will improve blood flow to the area for quicker healing. Make sure to use these remedies regularly, and avoid straining your back in order to ensure a quicker recovery.

Taking Care of Back Health on a Regular Basis (Is Easy to Do)

It's good to know the steps to take when you experience back pain, but preventing that back pain from ever occuring in the first place is an ever better course of action when it comes to protecting your long-term health. Making smart decisions about exercise, diet, and stress management can positively impact your physical health. One more great way to manage back health is by seeing a chiropractor on a regular basis, for regular check-ups.

To learn more about your health and wellness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic.