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5 Easy Ways Women Can Reduce Lower Back Pain

For women, lower back pain can occur frequently and for various reasons. This is primarily due to the extra trauma and strain put on the back from pregnancy, labor & delivery, and carrying children. Not to mention the heavy day-to-day responsibilities we carry with home, work, and family. And then there’s that shoe addiction…wearing high heels regularly puts pressure on your lower back, something that can become aggravated over time. My chiropractor harps about this one regularly. Since we will go on doing these things, we must understand there are ways women can reduce lower back pain. Let’s explore several simple methods that could potentially help. Remember to always consult your physician before engaging in any fitness or therapeutic program.

Easy Ways Women Can Reduce Lower Back Pain

Do Specific Exercises for the Back

reduce lower back painConstant lower back pain can limit mobility and motivation, causing a sedentary lifestyle. The problem with this is the less you do the more chronic the condition becomes. Mild stretching and doing exercises targeted to work the back and core muscles naturally eases most types of back pain. Keep in mind, this form of exercise is not to build muscle or get fit. It is gentle and therapeutic in nature. Most forms of yoga and Pilates can be effective, as they work on flexibility as well as core muscles. The UK’s NHS gives effective exercises to get you started on their website.

 Change the Way You Work

A large number of women work in offices and locations that demand them to sit for long periods of time. This type of work makes it a no brainer to reduce lower back pain.  Fortunately, there are some things you can do to reduce the pain at work.

  • Consider a standing desk, ergonomic chair, or stability ball if your place of employment allows it. Check with human resources, the company may even pay for it. These products have been shown to improve mobility and energy levels, as well as reduce back pain.
  • Get up and move around at regular intervals. If you stand for your shift, do some stretching and sit to rest your feet and back as you can.
  • Rather than sit down for lunch, go outside in the fresh air and walk.
  • Make sure your desk, chair and computer monitor are at the right height for maximum comfort.

Visit a Chiropractor, Physiotherapist, or Massage Therapist

reduce lower back painIt’s important to consult a doctor or professional for any pain that is chronic. Your primary doctor may refer you to a specialist like a chiropractor, physical therapist, orthopedic surgeon or Massage Therapist in Vero Beach, FL or in your area. Of course, the choice is yours as to which direction you want to take your care. For me, regular visits to the chiropractor and massage therapist keep things in order and the pain at bay.

A visit to a reputable chiropractor like Yuba-Sutter Chiropractic, a massage therapist, or a physiotherapist can not only help you understand your back problem better but provide some relief. These professionals reduce your pain with several methods. These include careful manipulation of the spine, exercises, electronic stimulation, massage, and even supplements.

Because chiropractors specialize in the management of the neuromusculoskeletal system, they can help you not just when you are dealing with lower back pain but also when you have other issues relating to your spine, joints, muscles, and more. Therefore, seeing a chiropractor can offer you the option of doing more than simply treating the pain. When you have back pain, it’s important to try and find the cause of it so you can heal at a deeper level. 

Invest in a New Mattress

Lower back pain at night can feel like an endless cycle. The pain keeps you awake, and no sleep means your body isn’t recovering and restoring. Do consider that one reason your back hurts is your mattress is not supporting you correctly. Maybe it’s old or it simply is not right for your body.

Mattress technology has improved dramatically over the last couple of decades. If your mattress is older than eight years, it’s likely not doing its job any longer. And, while choosing one can be confusing, it could be worth a trip to the store to try some out. We just purchased a new mattress, and I am sleeping so much better! My back pain has nearly gone, too. If you’re not ready to buy, do some research online and ask lots of questions when you shop. Either way, you should be able to get some good advice and choose a mattress that has all the right components to meet your needs.

Keep Moving

Finally, most professionals will tell you that a sedentary lifestyle will only exacerbate lower back pain. Staying active is important for many reasons. The truth is, when you move your body, your mood, body functions, and healing ability kick into high gear. These are all things needed to kick pain to the curb.

You don’t have to do intense workouts at the gym to get the benefits of movement. Simple things like walking the mall, playing with your kids, and cleaning your home can keep joints, muscles in good working condition. That said, a good workout now and then will help you stay fit and looking your best.

**** This post is strictly informational and is not meant to replace the advice of your healthcare provider. Women’s lifelink, it’s owners, administrators, contributors, affiliates, vendors, authors and editors do not claim that this information will diagnose, treat, or improve any condition or disease. Furthermore, these parties don’t necessarily support, use, or endorse any products, tools, businesses or services mentioned in this article. 

 

 

About Kellie R. Stone

"I make no excuses for my diverse roles as a Rock Your Feminine Type Coach™ and Branding Expert, best-selling author, and crime thriller novelist. Yes, I do still chuckle a bit at the irony. I kick ass as a women’s biz coach by day and kill off vulnerable fiction characters at night. What the hell, it makes for some interesting dreams. I believe that everyone should pursue their passions no matter how out there they seem to be. One of those pure heart-fluttering passions for me has always been writing. Since I did, indeed, chase my dream of being a writer, I've published two non-fiction books in the self-development genre, co-authored an international best seller, and now I'm finally pushing my much-too-old-to-be-in-the-nest novel out the door and into the world. My whole world is empowering and I adore showing others how to live life unfiltered, whether I do that through the written word or my coaching work. I love my job!" ~Kellie R. Stone

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