Therapy
Perhaps you bent the wrong way while lifting something heavy. Or you're dealing with a degenerative condition like arthritis. Whatever the cause, once you have low back pain, it can be hard to shake. About one in four people say they've had a recent bout of low back pain. And almost everyone can expect to experience back pain at some point in their lives.
Sometimes, it’s clearly serious: You were injured, or you feel numbness,weakness, or tingling in the legs. Call the doctor, of course. But for routine and mild low back pain, here are a few simple products to use at home. Don't forget:
- Chill it
- Keep moving
- Stay strong
- Stretch
- Think ergonomically
- Watch your posture
- Kick the habit
- Watch your weight
