Prevention and treatment of back pain : First aid for backs
First aid for backs
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The following self-help treatments may help to relieve back pain.
Apply heat and ice
Apply an ice pack to the affected area. If you haven't got an ice pack, use a bag of frozen vegetables instead. Don't put the ice directly on your skin, as it might cause a cold burn. Put a wet cloth between the ice and your skin.
If ice doesn't work, try applying gentle warmth with a hot water bottle. Don't apply the hot water bottle directly to the skin - cover it so it isn't too hot. A hot bath or shower might also help.
Some people find alternating heat and cold produces most relief. Try to get professional advice on applying heat and ice if you can.
Medication
Take painkillers following the instructions on the packet - never take more than the recommended dose. Many people find that paracetamol or ibuprofen helps - your pharmacist can advise you.
Painkillers shouldn't be used as a long-term solution. If you find you still need them after a week or so, consult your doctor.
Relaxation
Muscle tension is bad for back pain, so try to relax as much as possible. Take a long bath or listen to soothing music. Use a relaxation tape if you have one.
A gentle massage from a partner or friend may help, but make sure they don't do anything that causes pain.
Topical anti-inflammatory gels such as ibuprofen can also be massaged gently onto the skin over the back.
Bed rest versus exercise
Doctors used to recommend long periods of rest for people with backache, but research has shown this is actually bad for backs. Even crawling around on your hands and knees is better than no movement at all.
Some kinds of exercise, such as walking, don't put too much stress on your back. It's a good idea to make a start on them even if your back is a bit sore, just to get your joints moving and your heart and lungs working.
Use a firm chair when sitting down, or sit on the floor rather than a sofa that’s too soft. Similarly, make sure your bed is firm enough.
Getting back to normal
In most cases, the back recovers naturally if allowed to do so and the pain should settle in a couple of days. Once this has happened, continue getting back to normal activities and try not to stay in one position or do any one activity for more than 30 minutes.
Avoid lifting, bending or twisting until the pain has gone for a few days. Refrain from returning to the activity that caused the pain for a week or so, even if you feel better, and gradually build up your exercise and activities day by day.
Don't just listen to your friends and relatives - ask an expert. Talk to your doctor or a properly physiotherapist, osteopath or chiropractor. You can also contact a voluntary organisation such as BackCare.
First aid for backs
_____________________________________________________________________
Information that we provide to you below,which include (1) back pain and ways to treat back pain (2) Physical therapy for back pain (3) information on senior doctors to treat back pain (4) and various treatments for back pain .therapy for back pain (5) The causes of back pain Tutorials (6) lower back pain pain upper back pain .center of the back .Information we come out of specialists and .senior doctors and prime locations .specialized in the treatment of back pain Put General Information and not any copyrights and mention source on other sites .But all these topics to sing about consulting a doctor continued Disclaimer.
Disclaimer : All content within (Back pain) Health is provided for general information only, and should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of your own doctor or any other health care professional. The (Back pain) is not responsible or liable for any diagnosis made by a user based on the content of the (Back pain) Health website. The (Back pain) is not liable for the contents of any external internet sites listed, nor does it endorse any commercial product or service mentioned or advised on any of the sites.Always consult your own GP if you're in any way concerned about your health.
_______________________________________________________________________________
The following self-help treatments may help to relieve back pain.
Apply heat and ice
Apply an ice pack to the affected area. If you haven't got an ice pack, use a bag of frozen vegetables instead. Don't put the ice directly on your skin, as it might cause a cold burn. Put a wet cloth between the ice and your skin.
If ice doesn't work, try applying gentle warmth with a hot water bottle. Don't apply the hot water bottle directly to the skin - cover it so it isn't too hot. A hot bath or shower might also help.
Some people find alternating heat and cold produces most relief. Try to get professional advice on applying heat and ice if you can.
Medication
Take painkillers following the instructions on the packet - never take more than the recommended dose. Many people find that paracetamol or ibuprofen helps - your pharmacist can advise you.
Painkillers shouldn't be used as a long-term solution. If you find you still need them after a week or so, consult your doctor.
Relaxation
Muscle tension is bad for back pain, so try to relax as much as possible. Take a long bath or listen to soothing music. Use a relaxation tape if you have one.
A gentle massage from a partner or friend may help, but make sure they don't do anything that causes pain.
Topical anti-inflammatory gels such as ibuprofen can also be massaged gently onto the skin over the back.
Bed rest versus exercise
Doctors used to recommend long periods of rest for people with backache, but research has shown this is actually bad for backs. Even crawling around on your hands and knees is better than no movement at all.
Some kinds of exercise, such as walking, don't put too much stress on your back. It's a good idea to make a start on them even if your back is a bit sore, just to get your joints moving and your heart and lungs working.
Use a firm chair when sitting down, or sit on the floor rather than a sofa that’s too soft. Similarly, make sure your bed is firm enough.
Getting back to normal
In most cases, the back recovers naturally if allowed to do so and the pain should settle in a couple of days. Once this has happened, continue getting back to normal activities and try not to stay in one position or do any one activity for more than 30 minutes.
Avoid lifting, bending or twisting until the pain has gone for a few days. Refrain from returning to the activity that caused the pain for a week or so, even if you feel better, and gradually build up your exercise and activities day by day.
Don't just listen to your friends and relatives - ask an expert. Talk to your doctor or a properly physiotherapist, osteopath or chiropractor. You can also contact a voluntary organisation such as BackCare.
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