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Any tips for lower back pain?

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Gleps · 09/01/2021 22:17

Really struggling with my lower back at the moment and I can’t get to the osteopath until Thursday.

I’m alternating heat and cold patches which helps a little bit I’m worried it’s going to go and I can’t move.

Anyone else suffer and have any good tips to help with a lower bad back?

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larrythelizard · 09/01/2021 22:18

Keep on top of painkillers, both paracetamol and ibuprofen as often as the box says you can.

Also gentle movement works for me.

ByeByeMissAmericanPie · 09/01/2021 22:21

If its muscular, then use hot water bottle wedged in your back. And yes, keep on top of the painkillers. I’m presently nursing a lower back; i got to see the chiropractor yesterday, but still fell like someone’s kicked me in the back.
At least I can now empty the bottom rack of the dishwasher!

Destinysdaughter · 09/01/2021 22:27

There are some good stretches that may help alleviate it, have a look on YouTube. Bath with Epsom salts. Gentle massage if you have a partner who can help with that. Hot wet towels?

I 've had back problems for years so do get how hard it can be OP.

Longer term, definitely regular Pilates, it will help strengthen core muscles. X

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Veenah · 09/01/2021 22:28

If you sleep on your side, pillow between your knees. Child's yoga pose if you can manage it for a gentle stretch. Hope you feel better soon

Thamesis · 09/01/2021 22:39

I've got a back book that recommends lying on your front for 5 minutes. Then prop up on elbows for a bit. Then push up onto hands for 10 seconds a go. Always works for me even when in a bad spasm. Hope you feel better soon

SynchroSwimmer · 09/01/2021 22:42

I find lying flat with a foam yoga block under my hip bones relieves pain for me...but maybe not for everyone.

Edel2019 · 09/01/2021 22:42

Hi OP, I wrecked my back 2 weeks ago and had awful lower back pain. I strongly recommend HASFit on YouTube - their 12 minute lower back pain video is very good. It's preventative and for when you're hurt.

tinkerbellla · 09/01/2021 22:44

Yoga is amazing. Try the ones specifically for back pain on YouTube. I've been doing Adrienne and also like Cat Meffan. It really does help. Good luck.

StCharlotte · 09/01/2021 23:08

These help me.

Lie flat on your back with your head on a book (recommend legal text books ). Arms by your side. Bend knees up. Relax for a few minutes.

Lying on your back, bring knees up as far as you can. Wrap arms round knees and rock pelvis or at least try and hold the position for a bit.

Stand on a step. Let one leg hang down off the step so gravity creates a stretch. Repeat with other leg.

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