Mild symptoms of back pain can be relieved with massage of natural oils, applying a heating pad or hot water bottle to the affected area. Nonprescription medications such as ibuprofen or paracetamol can help reduce swelling and pain. More severe symptoms of back pain can be treated with analgesics, NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, and injections into the ligament.
Physical therapy involving electrical stimulation of the nerve-carriage, behavior therapy, exercise, spinal manipulation and feedback therapy is also beneficial. Your doctor can also refer you to a chiropractor for spinal manipulation. Other treatment options that are effective when used along with medication include acupuncture, massage with natural oils, hydrotherapy, biofeedback, meditation and yoga.
Natural and holistic medicine has been used for thousands of years to treat pain and discomfort of back pain. Treatments such as herbal and homeopathic remedies are safe and gentle to use without the unwanted side effects of prescription medicine. These herbs not only provide symptomatic relief, but are also effective for overall health and wellbeing. (more…)
