Having backache can really put a stick in the wheel of your daily routine. It is estimated that almost 80% of adults are affected by back pain at some point in their lives, most often, in the lower back. General back pain can occur from improper posture, picking up heavy objects, by certain movements, and sometimes it even seems to appear for no particular reason at all. The following recommendations are for general back pain. You should seek professional help for more serious conditions such a herniated disks, Fibrositis, and sciatica.
It would be a good idea to take some Calcium-Magnesium supplements as these nourish the bones and muscles. All meats and animal proteins (which contain uric acid) should be avoided until you feel better. You should immediately drink two large glasses of water upon the onset of pain. Many muscle aches are due to dehydration. Bed rest is essential for really bad aches. You should lie on your back on a firm bed with a pillow under your legs which will prop your knees about an inch higher than your hips. This releases tension. Taking a hot bath or applying a heating pack to the affected area can be quite affective for immediate relief as well. Rhus Toxicodendron is a good homeopathic remedy (drops) for stiffness. Relaxing exercises can help too since backaches are often caused by an accumulation of stress. Make sure that your work area is ergonomic, improper posture is also a very common cause.
A visit to an Osteopath can also be quite helpful. However, if your pain involves high temperature, bowel/bladder control problems, numbness or an inability to move limbs, or a sharp pain in one side of your lower back (kidney…), you should seek medical attention immediately.
