Chronic back pain is not an easily manageable condition. If you experience chronic back pain and are in need of relief, the tips and education below, courtesy of Revitamax Chiropractors and Massage Therapists, can help you ease your pain and get appropriate help.

After suffering a bad back injury, you may be unable to move properly/ to your fullest extent for a couple of days. Although this is painful, it is a normal part of the healing process. Rest your body for two days by relaxing your body and muscles in comfortable resting positions such as lying flat on your back with your knees bent. If your pain remains prominent past the two days of rest, see a doctor or your chiropractor to check the seriousness of the issue.

Avoid stressing and overworking the same back muscles. Moving your muscles in the same way and repeating the same motion can cause stress and overworking that may lead to an injury. If you are doing something that requires a certain motion to be performed, change it up occasionally and move around in different positions in order to avoid this.

Watch your posture while preforming everyday tasks whether they be sitting or standing. Slouching and hunching over while doing things like vacuuming or doing the dishes can exacerbate back pain. Instead, try to stand and sit in such a way where ears, shoulders and hips are in line with each other. By keeping a good posture in mind, you can avoid many positions/postures that may cause back pain.

Managing a healthy weight by eating nutritious foods and drinking an appropriate amount of water can also help reduce back pain. Eating nutritious foods and drinking water will supply your body with the energy it needs to preform physical tasks in a healthy manner while also managing weight that will help muscles function for what they can handle.  Be conscious of your weight, what weight is appropriate for you, and what your body can handle.

If you sit at a desk all day, take frequent walking and standing breaks. Walking around and standing for brief intervals allows your leg and back muscles to stretch. This will prevent injuries and back pain because any compression developed in these parts of your body will be stretched out.

If you decide to take medications to help deal with your back pain, always speak with your doctor first.  Your doctor can help you find the right pain medication for you and will inform you of the appropriate dosage and other important information.

These tips can help you relieve your chronic back pain naturally in everyday situations. For more assistance from a healthcare expert in Etobicoke and Rexdale, call Revitamax Rehab and Wellness at 416 360 8326 or book an appointment on our website.