Do you want to learn four simple steps to eliminate back pain? Of course you do...
Why else would you be searching for information about back pain? These four simple tactics will start you on the road to a spasm free existence.
Just read and heed the information I have for you.
Eliminate back pain tactic number one.
Pay attention to your posture.
Yes, your mother was right.
Stand up straight and you will begin to relieve the pressure on your lower back.
Sit up straight and do the same thing.
Keep your backbone in proper alignment by paying attention to your posture at all times and your lower back muscles will thank you.
Eliminate back pain tactic number two.
Don' sleep on your side with both hand under your pillow.
This is a sure way to pinch a nerve in your neck if the shoulder that is up begins to relax and leans in toward the neck or head.
Try to keep the upper arm laying down on your leg and put the other hand under your pillow.
Also, buy a few pillows of different thickness and vary the amount of pillow you use during the night.
Eliminate back pain tactic number three.
Find a class or dvd on Kundalini Yoga and begin to practice it on a daily basis.
No, this is not the twist yourself into a pretzel type of yoga but Kundalini yoga has very good and helpful spinal exercises to develop flexibility in your back.
This form of yoga is a spiritual tool to enhance your meditation also.
Eliminate back pain tactic number four.
Daily stretching exercises will help strengthen and tone your back muscles.
The key to a healthy back is keeping it flexible and strong so it can support your stomach and back muscles.
Sit ups are one such exercise.
Don't over do it.
Start slow and listen to the pace of your body.
Pain is a warning sign that you are trying to progress too fast.
Warning: Taking pain pills is necessary when you really need them but pills do not heal the problem, only mask the symptoms.