![]() According to ancient Chinese wisdom, your life force or Qi flows through your body along pathways known as meridians, and an imbalance or blockage in this flow of energy causes disease. Acupuncture is a practice that comes from traditional Chinese medicine. Several studies have found acupuncture to be effective at relieving chronic back pain. ![]() This exercise is meant to strengthen and stretch your lower back. Repeat this exercise 10–15 times, slowly rocking your pelvis back and forth.Make sure you don’t press down with your feet, shoulders, or neck. Your lower back should arch slightly and you should feel the muscles in your back tightening.Then tilt the pelvis in the direction of your heels.Now tighten your abdominal muscles and flatten your lower back to the floor.Breathe from your abdomen and hold this position for the space of 5–10 breaths.ĭoing this regularly will make your supporting muscles around your spine stronger.So don’t use more than 25% of your strength or tense your shoulders, neck, or legs while doing it. Now breathe out and, as you do so, pull up the muscles in your lower abdomen and pelvis. Remember, this is meant to gently tighten your lower stomach.Bend the knees and make sure your feet are placed hip-width apart.Lie down on your back with a book or flat cushion beneath your head.Make sure your neck doesn’t arch backward and that your hips remain grounded when you do this exercise.Hold this position for 5–10 seconds before going back to the starting position.Arch your back gently – you’ll feel your stomach muscles stretch a little as you do this.Lie down on your abdomen and use your elbows to prop yourself up. ![]() It is also not recommended for children below the age of 18 as it might increase the risk of Reye’s syndrome. However, like turmeric, it too might increase bleeding and should not be taken with blood thinning medication or aspirin. It can be taken as a capsule, tincture, or tea. It contains pain-relieving salicin as well as anti-inflammatory flavonoids that can ease your back pain. Willow Bark: This plant has been used traditionally for thousands of years, across the world, for dealing with pain. ![]() Do keep in mind though that turmeric can increase bleeding and might not be suitable if you’re taking blood thinners. Leverage its anti-inflammatory goodness by adding this spice to your everyday cooking, adding about a tablespoon to your soups, stews, or curries. You can also brew yourself a nice hot cup of turmeric tea. Turmeric extracts are available as powders, capsules, and tinctures. Turmeric: Curcumin, an antioxidant present in turmeric, has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with pain relief. ![]()
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