Back Pain

Back Pain

Back Pain is a very common complaint in the UK and effects people of all ages & it is usually the lower back that people have the most problems with as it supports the whole of the body. Back pain can be caused by inflammation or minor injuries to any bones in the spine or muscles, cartilage, nerves or any other tissues that are connected.

Did You Know?

Resting in bed for a week or more is not as beneficial as having just one or two days rest, unless your have a serious injury such as a slipped disc.

Symptoms of Back Pain

• Stiff & Aching spine – especially when moving
• Sharp pains anywhere in the back & even down the legs
• Very painful after exercise or activity
• Pain & discomfort after long periods of sitting down

How can Supplements help

People need to look for supplements that help to strengthen the bones, fortunately there are some great products available such Glucosamine which builds cartilage including the the tissue supporting the spinal discs

Calcium, magnesium, vitamins C & D all strengthen the bones

White willow bark has the same pain-relieving characteristics as aspirin.

Fish Oils – Omega 3 may have healing, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties

Devils Claw may be particularly useful for inflammatory pain from arthritis or degenerative spine disease

St Johns Wort – May be helpful

Yoga is an excellent activity for people with asthma – it relaxes and enhances breathing

what else can I do?

• Improve Your Posture
• Wear comfortable footwear – consider orthotics
• For Pain relief you can try massage, chiropractic, acupuncture, osteopathy or TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation)
• Lift correctly bending legs and keeping spine straight – use a hook grip to pick up objects
• Use a chair that has proper lower back support and take frequent breaks to stretch

Buy recommended supplements

Calcium & vitamin D

Vitamin C

Devils Claw

Glucosamine

Magnesium

Omega 3 Fish Oil

Recent Findings

A German study of 109 people found that had back pain for at least six months found that Devils Claw could compliment conventional medicine. In one group people were given Devils Claw & another supplement was given to the other group. In the Devils Claw Group 9 people were totally pain free where as only one was pain free in the other group.