Back pain is very common. Here are 3 ways to reduce it without taking medication
In 2019, a national health survey found that 39% of all adults reported experiencing back pain. The survey also found that women are more likely to have back pain compared to men.
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Doctors say there are several steps people can take to limit their back pain without taking medication.
In 2019, a national health survey found that 39% of all adults reported experiencing back pain.
The percentage of adults who experience back pain increases with age, with more than 45% of adults 65 and older reporting pain.
The survey also found that women are more likely to have back pain compared to men.
One way to reduce pain is by walking.
Walking can reduce the number of flare-ups and can cause people to take less medication, according to doctors.
Another way to get a handle on pain is to improve posture, which is important for people who are sitting for long periods of time.
"When you catch yourself or you set that reminder every 20 minutes, you're at your computer and that alarm goes off, you want to tuck your chin in and pull your shoulders back," says physical therapist Alicia Hirscht.
Getting a good night's sleep also helps with back pain.
Doctors recommend 8 hours, so the body has time to repair itself.
