Without doing a survey, I’d be happy to place a bet on lower back pain being one of the top 3 body problems the majority of people worldwide face. Even I have lower back pains from time to time. Just last week, I struggled with back pain for a few days and although there are many causes for it, there are also many ways to reduce your pain (and in some cases, totally get rid of it) without medication.
Here are some common causes of back pain when I have been affected:
- Incorrect posture
- Not having your laptop or computer at an appropriate height
- Working long hours sitting at a table without exercise
- Not wrapped up properly when out in the cold
Of course, there are many more. Please share in the comments what you feel causes your lower back pain. In response, here are some ways to reduce (or get rid of) your lower back pain:
- Apply heat to your back. I like to sit or sleep with a hot water bottle when I have back pain.
- Immediately stop any strenuous activity you may be performing. If you’re working strenuously at a job, notify your manager as well so he/she is aware.
- Relieve the pressure on the sciatic nerve with correct postures.
- Use proper back supports.
- Lower back exercises should be performed daily.