4 at Home Remedies to Try and Ease Spinal Pain

Wondering what you can do at home to ease your spine pain? This article will explain...

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If you suffer from spine pain, home remedies can help you manage your pain and prevent flare-ups. However, it is important to see a doctor if you have spine pain that is severe or lasts for a long period of time. Below, we will take a look at some home remedies that you can use to try and ease spinal pain.

Core Exercises

Your core muscles are responsible for supporting your back. When your core is stronger, pressure is taken off your spine, and alignment is improved. Therefore, you should incorporate some exercises strengthen your core into your daily routine. Many specific exercises, such as the plank, have a positive effect on core strength, as do certain types of exercise, like swimming, yoga, or jogging. All of these exercises can be adjusted to your skill and comfort level. 

For maximum effects, core exercises should be performed several times a week to help develop strength and stability. They should also be combined with stretches that help relieve muscular tension and poor posture that can contribute to back pain.

Heat and Cold Application

Heat and cold both have the ability to ease pain and inflammation. Some people find that applying an ice pack to a sore back helps relieve symptoms. Ice packs should not be applied directly to the skin, and should be used for no more than 20-30 minutes at a time. Others are soothed by warmth on the back, which can be accomplished with a heating pad or by taking a warm bath or shower.

Get Enough Sleep

The body is more sensitive to pain during periods of sleep deprivation. In addition, when you do not get enough sleep, your body is less able to heal injuries. Therefore, people with spine pain should make an effort to get enough sleep on a regular basis. If you frequently suffer from insomnia, you should consult with your physician about possible treatments.

Refrain from Smoking

Smoking contributes to inflammation and inhibits your body's ability to heal. In addition, there is some evidence that smoking can interfere with blood flow to the spine. If you are a smoker, smoking cessation may actually help relieve your spine pain, and help your respond better to any medical treatments your doctor recommends. 

Dr. Sukdeb Datta would be happy to meet with you about your spine pain. To schedule your consultation today, please click below and enter your information or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at 347-380-9138.