Simple Steps to Ease Your Back Pain

Each part of your anatomy has a role to play in your overall health. When body parts such as muscles, tendons and bones are injured or strained, you're likely to end up with back problems. This might include a fracture, slipped herniated disk, or even a broken back. Back pain can be triggered by a number of situations such as overexertion and poor alignment when performing day to day activities.

Back pain is complex, since there are so many contributing factors. For instance, your central nervous system adjacent to your spine has a big part to play in the formation of back pain.

Statistics indicate that over one million individuals experience some type of back pain, either severe or minor. Half of these cases could have been prevented in the first place, without the need for medical intervention. The other half may endure back pain for the course of their life, since they fail to be practical in resolving the problem.

In some cases, surgery is performed to correct the problem. But surgery frequently has complications, which can even go so far as to make your back pain worse than it was already. Even the pain of a damaged tendon or shoulder ligament can be eased without the necessity of surgery.

Did you know that losing weight can reduce back pain? Obesity is spreading throughout the world. The added pressure on your muscles from the extra pounds will eventually lead to back pain. "Oh, my aching feet", you might moan. What you probably fail to realize is that you may be overweight, wearing the wrong shoes, and overexerting the weight bearing joints and muscles.

How do you relieve pain from a slipped herniated disk? Make sure you bend and lean safely, drop a few pounds if you're overweight, get some shoes that fit properly, and use a curling technique to treat your pain.

Did you know that curling up in a proper fetal position can reduce back pain caused by a herniated slipped disk? Just lay down on your side and curl up your knees to your chest, and you'll feel the effect. Once you're in the fetal position, put a small pillow or cushion between your knees; make sure that you're not curled up too tightly. Don't elevate the hips.

Becoming more knowledgeable about the causes of back pain is the first step to taking action and getting some relief.