Low Back Pain Treatment: Tips for a Healthier Back!

Almost everyone has low back pain at some point in their lives. The good news is that most low back pain will go away in a few days or weeks with some basic self-care. If your pain persists longer than a few weeks, you would be wise to find a doctor of chiropractic for low back pain treatment.

McKim Chiropractic Boise, ID will help you with Low Back Pain Cure. Our experts will treat with best suitable Low Back Pain Treatment Boise ID care.

Some people are afraid that doing too much may make their back pain worse. People used to stay in bed, thinking this would help. Now, most doctors would agree that, in most cases, getting back to your normal activities is good for you, as long as you avoid things that would make your back pain worse. However, it is always a good idea to find a chiropractor specializing in low back pain treatment to determine the cause of any back pain that lasts longer than a few days, or reoccurs without any apparent cause.

Here are a few Guidelines to follow for a Healthier Back!

• Always stretch before exercise or other strenuous physical activity.
• Don't slouch when standing or sitting. When standing, keep your weight balanced on your feet.
• At home or work, make sure your work surface is at a comfortable height for you.
• Sit in a chair with good lumbar support and proper position and height for the task. Keep your shoulders back. Switch sitting positions often and periodically walk around or gently stretch muscles to relieve tension. A small pillow placed behind the small of your back can provide some lumbar support. If you must sit for a long period of time, rest your feet on a low stool.
• Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes.
• Sleep on your side to reduce any curve in your spine. Always sleep on a firm surface.
• Don't lift objects too heavy for you. Lift with your knees, pull in your stomach muscles, and keep your head down and in line with your straight back. Keep the object close to your body. Do not twist when lifting. And better yet, ask for help!
• Maintain proper nutrition and diet to reduce and prevent excessive weight, especially around the waistline that taxes lower back muscles. A diet with sufficient daily intake of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D helps to promote new bone growth.
• If you smoke, stop! Smoking reduces blood flow to the lower spine and causes the spinal discs to degenerate.
• Find a chiropractor who specializes in low back pain treatment.

By following these simple guidelines, you can restore and maintain your ability to function pain-free in your day-to-day activities with family and friends.

Our doctors at McKim Chiropractic offer the DRS Protocol™, a non-surgical low back pain treatment for pain associated with spinal and disc problems. To determine whether you are a candidate for the DRS Protocol™, the appropriate course of treatment will be prescribed following a thorough examination. Call McKim Chiropractic in either Boise or Nampa, ID, or go to http://www.mckimchiropractic.com for more information about our back surgery alternative. Our licensed and certified staff is happy to help the residents of Boise, ID and Nampa, ID live pain-free.