Natural health solutions for back pain
Back pain is a problem that most people will experience some time in their life. Back pain can also become an aggravating, long-term health condition that can lead to a range of other problems. Don’t ignore your back pain and think it will eventually go away.
There are also other illnesses and conditions that can cause and worsen back pain such as osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, a range of inflammatory joint diseases of the vertebral column and fibromyalgia (fibrositis).
Orthodox medical treatments are available for back pain but these involve medications which can have harmful side effects or require surgery. There are, however, a range of natural health therapies you can try that alleviate back pain.
Natural health therapies and treatments for back pain
Natural health practitioners offer a range of therapies and treatments that will help address and relieve back pain, improve overall health and assist in avoiding future back troubles.
Physical therapies
Massage therapy is a natural health solution for back pain. Remedial massage therapy in particular is beneficial for increasing blood circulation to the point of injury as well as for relaxing the muscles, tendons and ligaments. All of these work to assist with pain relief. Osteopathy, chiropractic and physiotherapy also aim to improve overall health and relieve pain.
Natural therapies for back strength
Yoga can effectively address back problems while also strengthening the spine. Yoga places a special emphasis on postural alignment and so can correct problems arising from this. Yoga helps release muscle tension in areas affecting the spine while also increasing muscle strength. Those who suffer from back pain must practise yoga gently so as to avoid further aggravation. Pilates is also a beneficial exercise which supports the back and helps reduce pain.
Herbal medicine for back pain
Herbal medicine offers a way to relieve back pain. These particular herbal remedies contain herbs that are beneficial in reducing inflammation and offer pain relief.
White willow bark: This herb has anti-inflammatory properties making it effective for relieving lower back pain.
Turmeric: Also an anti-inflammatory agent
Licorice: This reduces inflammation through its ability to prevent the conversion of cortisol to the inactive metabolite cortisone.
Valerian: This is a relaxant and works to ease muscle spasms and nerves.
Other herbal remedies such as devil’s claw, boswellia and passion flower are also said to be beneficial natural health options for easing back pain.
Holistic view to back pain
These natural health therapies will offer relief from back pain, but you can also help avoid back troubles before they become an ongoing problem. Prevention is always better then the cure. Remember the importance of relaxation to avoid stress, favour an anti-inflammatory diet and consider Health supplements to naturally maintain a healthy spine.
