Backache is one of the most common ailments found in large number of people around the world. Sedentary living habits and hazardous working pattern has lead to an increase in stress which in turn has caused contraction of the muscles leading to backache. Back supports the weight of the entire body. So people feel the strain on the back when they have to lift or carry an extra load.
Most backaches can be felt around the middle, lower back, both sides of waist and the hips. Backache can be mild or severe. In mild backache, the patients find relief after taking some rest, while in severe backache the patient may have to be bed rested for days.Majority of backache patients suffer from what is called cervical and lumbar spondylosis.
Causes of Backache
The main causes of backache and spondylosis are poor posture, incorrect sitting position, lack of exercise, muscular tension, strain in the joints etc. Some other causes for backache are problems in kidney or prostrate, female disorders, influenza, and arthritis. Improper sitting for a long time, lifting of heavy material or weights, wearing high heel shoes are some common causes of backache. Emotional problems may also painful muscle cramping and result in backache.
Rest - Best Home Remedy for Mild Backache
Rest and Rest is the best home remedy. Most back problems which are not severe and are considered to be mild will go away if the injured muscles, ligaments and tendons get time to heal. You are advice to take rest for some time if you have mild backache. Spend a few days in bed if you are having more than mild backache. But do not over do. Resting for more number of days will result in weakening of muscles, which can make the pain worse. When you are suffering from backache it is recommended you rest for a few days. But then slowly start returning to your routine. If backache continues, take few rest breaks during the day.
Hot and Cold Treatment Along with Massage for Treating Backache
If you are having severe backache, apply packs of ice wrapped in towel to your painful areas for fifteen to twenty minutes. This has to be done several times a day. Back pain may often cause swelling. Applying cold help relieve the swelling. In a day or two you will start feeling better. When the pain is reduced change your treatment from cold to hot. Use a hot water bag or a heating pad wrapped in a towel. Heat should be applied several times a day for fifteen to twenty minutes. This helps in improving the circulation and helps in healing of the backache. A gentle massage is also good for easing back pain.
Garlic – Home Remedy for Backache
Garlic is believed to be the most useful home remedy for backache. Two or three cloves of garlic should be taken every morning to get the best results. Oil is prepared from garlic and is applied to the aching back. This gives great relief from backache. To prepare garlic oil, fry 8-10 cloves of garlic in about 50 ml of oil. You can use any oil such as the mustard oil, sesame oil or coconut oil. It all depends on your choice. The garlic cloves should be fried on a slow flame until they turn brown. Allow this oil to cool. After the oil is cooled it should be applied on the back. Rub the oil vigorously on the back and allow it to remain there for three hours. Take a warm bath after oil massage. Do this for at least fifteen days.
Raw Potato – Home Remedy for Backache
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| Apply Raw Potato Paste for Backache |
Lemon – Home Remedy for Backache
Lemon is yet another useful home remedy for backache. Unlike the home remedies mentioned above, this remedy is for ingestion. Mix one lemon of juice with common salt and drink this mixture twice a day. Doing this daily for some days will give you relief.
Chebulic Myroblan – Home Remedy for Backache
I have read in some books about a fruit called Chebulic Myroblan which is also beneficial in the treatment of backache. People suffering from backache should eat a small piece of this fruit after their meals to get quick relief from backache.
Vitamin C – Home Remedy for Backache
Vitamin C is known to be helpful for people suffering with backache. One should eat at least two oranges a day. Also patients are advised to take Glucose C or any C vitamin powder available at medical stores. Within two days considerable improvement will be noticeable.
Do's and Don't to Avoid Backache
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| Maintain Good Posture While Sitting to Avoid Backache |
