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May 27, 2009
We have included more ways to help you, we hope, live pain-free with your back!
- Avoid lifting heavy objects where possible. If lifting is required, ensure proper body positioning, by bending slightly at the knees and lifting with your legs, not your back. Keep your back as straight as possible with the object close to your body. Don’t be afraid to ask someone for help in lifting heavier objects!
- If a back injury has occurred, place an ice pack on the area to reduce swelling. Once the swelling has decreased heat can be applied.
- An active lifestyle is good as circulation to your muscles is created when participating in aerobic exercise. Increased circulation can reduce the tightness surrounding our muscles. One word of caution, if back pain has resulted from an injury, please check with your doctor before doing any strenuous exercise.
- Stretching all areas of your body should be part of every day. Our body acts as one and if one area is hurting, another part may will compensate for it. If you stretch after exercising, your muscles will be warm and more flexible. Do not stretch beyond what your body should so as not to cause further back injury.
- Consider including back strengthening exercises into your exercise program. You may want to consult a physical therapist to develop a plan best suited to your needs.
These five tips can help you during the daytime hours and a memory foam pillow can help you during the nighttime as you sleep to ensure your spine is in the best aligned position.
Stay tuned for our last five tips on strengthening your back next time.
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