Looking for a couple of free and easy ways to manage your back pain? Our Stoke on Trent chiropractor has two of the most effective ones right here!
1: Sleep Better
For some people with chronic back pain, a good night’s sleep is something that only dreams are made of. But not getting enough quality sleep can worsen pain and inflammation. To help you achieve a better night’s sleep, invest in a decent mattress and try out different sleeping positions. You can help promote the natural curve of your spine by placing an extra pillow under your mattress.
If you sleep on your back, place a pillow under both of your knees. If you’re a stomach sleeper, try placing the pillow under your pelvis. Sleeping with a pillow between your knees can help manage your back pain if you’re a side sleeper.
2: Shed Pounds
Every extra pound you see on the scales is an extra load of pressure on your spine! Many people find that back pain – even the chronic type that they’ve seen countless doctors about – significantly improves, or even completely goes away, after losing weight.
Severe back pain can cost you your happiness and independence. But it doesn’t cost you a penny to start looking after your spine.