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Health Tip: Got Low Back Pain?

-- Diana Kohnle

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HealthDay
Posted: 2007-10-11 12:07:10
(HealthDay News) -- The effects of low back pain can range from a mild inconvenience to debilitating. Some pain may go away on its own after the back has had a chance to heal, but sometimes surgery may be needed.

Here are potential treatments to help ease low back pain, courtesy of the U.S. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke:

  • Pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory medications.
  • A cold compress immediately after the injury to reduce swelling.
  • Heat on the back several days after the injury to help relax muscles.
  • A short period of bed rest to allow muscles to heal.
  • Gentle exercises to stretch and strengthen back muscles.


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