How to Relieve Lower Back Pain at Home

Lower back pain afflicts almost everyone at some point. The pain can range from an annoying distraction to very severe. When lower back pain strikes, try some of the following treatments as soon as you can:

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Heating Pad
• Ibuprofen
• Vick's VapoRub (or generic)

1. 
    
   Take Ibuprofen for Back Pain

   At the first sign of back pain, take a couple of Ibuprofen tablets. You can use a brand name, like Advil or Motrin, or generic works just as well. The ibuprofen will help reduce pain and inflammation.

2. Next, sit down in a comfortable spot with a heating pad on your lower back area. Sit with your feet up, to reduce pressure on your lower back, a sofa or bed works well.

3. 
    
   Use Vick's VapoRub for Back Pain

   Before you go to sleep, rub some Vick's VapoRub on your lower back. Vick's VapoRub has an analgesic in it and helps to relieve pain. Make sure to wash your hands after applying, because you do not want to get it in your eyes.

4. 
    
   Wear a ThermaCare Wrap for Back Pain

   If you have to leave the house, use a portable heat wrap, such as ThermaCare. These heatwraps keep heat on your lower back while you are on the go. Make sure to take ibuprofen with you as well, and take as directed for back pain and inflammation.

Tips & Warnings

• Take it easy while your back is in pain, ask for help for lifting anything.
• See your doctor if back pain persists.

Resources

• ThermaCare Lower Back and Hip L/XL Air-Activated HeatWraps - Powerful Pain Relief & Deep Muscle Relaxation 6 Heatwraps
• Pro-Tec Back Wrap - Lower Back Support

[GabiGabba]

on 5/27/2009 These are really good tips. Back pain is just about one of the most debilitating pains you can have.

[MomWhoWrites]

on 5/23/2009 That is really great information! I have chronic issues due to a mild case of spinabifida and will be giving these a try!

[Wasatch]

on 5/14/2009 Good advice on back pain. We all do too little exercise and then over do things. Back pain is common.

[LNAngel]

on 5/5/2009 Great tips for lessening back pain! 5*

[slphilbrick]

on 5/4/2009 Good basics for lower back pain relief !