Lower back pain at work is a very common condition. Many people who have sedentary jobs often suffer pain that can increase over time. Continue reading and I will explain how lower back pain is caused. I will also show you some surprising ways to help prevent and overcome back pain in the future. You can also watch this informative video to find out more.

Lower back pain causes

Lower back pain is often caused because we don’t use our bodies correctly. We often slouch instead of sitting with better posture, or we lift or move around heavy items with a rounded back. This, over time, can lead to such conditions as disc bulge.

Lower back pain remedies

The conventional advice to overcome such pain is to keep moving. However, the pain might be so bad that you can’t move at all. At times like this, you do need to rest in order for the pain to reduce.

Sometimes the pain can be so bad you might require pain relief medication. While I don’t encourage this, as there are risks, it may be your only option. As I say, there are risks and I’ll help you to avoid these. For instance, pain relief medication can mask the pain and might encourage you to move too much causing even greater damage. Even on painkillers, it is best to move gently at first. Walking and swimming are perfect activities to undertake to help get your back into better shape.

Good nutrition helps prevent back pain

There is evidence to show that not only exercise can help people reduce lower back pain, but also losing weight and improving your diet. Eating a nutritious diet can help strengthen bones, muscles, and discs in the back. Calcium found in cheese, yoghurt and green leafy vegetables is a key nutrient for healthy backs and bones. Magnesium can also help improve bone density and help heal back problems while helping to make muscles supple. You can find magnesium in bananas, avocados and nuts. Vitamin D3 helps the body to absorb calcium. It can be found in fatty fish, cod liver oil and eggs. Other vitamins to stock up on include vitamins K2 and vitamin C.

Lower back pain at work can play havoc with your concentration and your productivity. Knowing how to prevent and treat it when it happens is key to getting your life back on track. At Christopher Hole Training we focus on a holistic approach to health and fitness that can help you to prevent and heal lower back pain. You don’t have to suffer in silence; we’re here to support you. Get in touch with Christopher Hole Training today to find out how we can help put lower back pain behind you for good.