Solving lower back problem?

Question

What is the best remedy for lower back pain. all suggestions are welcome. massage machines are what im mainly looking for to help lower back pain. also need to keep price in mind. a machine called the mobiliser is the type of thing i want but cannot afford 2,500 for it.

Answer 1

try a tens machine and/or a heat pack.

Answer 2

It all depends on what is causing the pain, best to find out what from your GP first, I personally have found that the NHS doesn't do much for back pain. I tried a tens machine and acupuncture,(did try a massage machine, but made me worse as also did physiotherapy) which give a temporary relief. Best thing I've found is an Oseopath, mine is fantastic, keeps me moving, he recomends ice packs, if its caused by infamation, as it works better than heat (packets of frozen sweetcorn is great), A weekly session (because the condition changes over time) combined with the prescribed anti imflamitories and pain relief has been the best way for me. After 3 years of cronic back ,neck and shoulder pain it was getting much better, untill I had another rear end crash, now Ive gone 12 paces backwards,
Good luck, back pain is not nice

Answer 3

Get a copy of "Better Back" by Dr. John Tanner, published by DK (Dorling Kindersley). Brilliant book, great information.

Also try and use a Balans chair, if you work at a desk or use the computer a lot. But don't use it if you also suffer from some knee problems.

Finally have a look at the Alexander Technique - I'm sure there must be a class near you as it's quite common now.

But I'd still say start with the book first.

Answer 4

I recently saw a doctor & chiropractor about my lower back pain. After xrays I was informed that everything was lined up the way it should be but I have very tight muscles in my legs. When I sit that causes a stress on my lower back. He encouraged me to work on my flexability and it should reduce my lower back pains. He had me lay on my back extend one leg above my head and then wrap a towel around the leg and gently pull/stretch for at least 15 seconds, then pull a little more. Then rinse and repeat! haha

Answer 5

If you can manage to do a few simple exercises and stretches everyday your back pain will decrease and probably go away for good.
Start when you get out of bed....lie on your back and put fold up your legs...so your knees are pointing up. Keep your head on your pillow and just lie there and let your low back relax. After your back has relaxed then hold your legs and roll up...that will keep pressure off your back.
Do a few "good mornings" each day, they are super helpful. They strengthen the muscles and help relieve pain.
Make it a habit to do cat stretches.
The secret to managing lower back pain is to get the muscles strong and keep them that way while keeping them limber.
If you need some help send me an email and I'll do what I can.
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Answer 6

Lots of things you can do. Most back pain is either due to posture, or bad treatment of your back.

Painkillers, heat pads and massages will all help with relieving the pain, but the best solution is to prevent it in the first place.

First, look at your posture, are you sitting correctly, does your chair support your back? If you spend lots of time sat at a desk at work, your workplace should offer advice and assessment of your work area to see if anything can be improved to make you more comfortable.

You might want to take up either meditation (with a group who can help you sit in the correct posture), Tai Chi or Pilates - all of them will be able to help you with your posture in one way or another.

If you're doing a lot of lifting, even if it's not heavy items, get yourself on a Manual Handling course - it will teach you how to lift safely and protect your back from damange. Even if you don't do a lot of lifting, it's worth it because it just takes one bad lift to damage your back.

Answer 7

Try on E-Bay for massage equipment as I'm sure I recently saw a pad that goes on the back of a chair, but cant REMEMBER where!
My pain is from the spine itself rather than muscular so heat pads and massage Dont work but a TENS machine does.Its GREAT and They are reasonably priced too!

Answer 8

the best thing to do is go to a chiropractor. They will be able to find the route of your pain. Otherwise I suggest taking Advil and heat and ice and possibly sleeping on the floor a couple of nights a week or in a hard bed. If is is something at work with lifting and carrying. I suggest you make it a point to do it right.

Answer 9

I sympathise with you. I've got a chronic back problem. My own fault for working on building sites years ago. Are you in the Uk? I've got a 'Tens' machine which helps me. Also an electric heat pad eases it. I'm at my worst first thing in the morning, I find that it eases off once I've walked the dog. It's impossible to sit on a comfortable sofa for more than 10 minutes and I have to sit on a hard chair.

Answer 10

Best to go to the Doctors first and find out what is causing your lower back pain. When you know what is causing the pain, you will then know how to treat it.

Answer 11

If you don't have any herniated discs, the best way to remedy a lower back is to strengthen it. Yes, its painful but you will get better once you strengthen your muscles in your lower back. Ask your chiropractor or better yet have your doctor refer you to a physical therapist to strengthen your back.