Back pain is such a common ailment. Occasionally we all lift something the wrong way, or maybe overdo it on the basketball court, or maybe we have developed poor posture while sitting all day hunched over in front of a computer screen. You get that nagging ache in the back that interrupts your sleep, limits your range of motion and plagues you throughout the day.
If you're someone who leads a natural lifestyle, you might not always want to reach for that bottle of over-the-counter pain medicine when you experience back pain. You might want to first try some things like applying ice and then later heat, taking a warm bath or getting a massage from either a loved one or a professional masseuse.
Herbs are a Viable Cure -
But herbal remedies, while they have been with us since ancient times, are still a viable way to find relief from your nagging, aching back pain.
Keep in mind that while herbs are all natural, they still contain potent medicines. You should be careful about possible side-effects and drug interactions if you are taking any prescription medications. Be sure that you consult your doctor and/or herbalist before trying any new herbal preparations for back pain relief.
One of the side benefits of taking herbs for back pain relief is that they can also have additional benefits for other parts of your body.
Herbal Remedies to Relieve Back Pain -
Some of these herbs can be taken internally in the form of tea, or you can use them to prepare a hot compress that is then applied directly to the painful place on your back, allowing the herbs to seep directly into the muscles to soothe and bring relief.
" Chamomile can be taken as a tea or in capsules to soothe and calm muscles
" Bromelain, Valerian and Jamaican Dogwood are anti-inflammatory
" Burdock Root is a pain reliever and blood purifier
" Cramp Bark helps relieve sprains and strains
" Capsaicin is a powerful topical analgesic
" Willow Bark, which is where aspirin initially came from, is an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever
Herbal Massage Oils -
Herbal oils can also be warmed and used in a massage. Having a loved one massage the warm oils into your entire back can bring back pain relief and much needed relaxation. There are lots of books with instructions on how to do many different kinds of massage techniques, and there are even some videos that you can watch that show you in real time exactly what to do. When back pain is caused by muscle tension from stress or from the strain of over use, the feeling of healing hands can bring both mental and physical symptom relief.
Finally, after a nice massage with herbal oils, a soak in a hot bathtub is a good way to bring even more relief and additional relaxation.
Regardless of the cause of the back pain, there are many herbal remedies that you can drink, take as a supplement or apply directly to the sore spot to bring natural relief and restore you range of motion.
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