Back care: Overcoming pain and staying active

Article Abstract:

Back pain is very common in every adult and the exact cause of it is not known but in majority of people it is due to significant damage to the spine and mostly goes away in a few weeks though reoccurrence are common. Treating and preventing back pain involves exercising and maintaining a good posture, home remedies are listed along with medical treatments and even surgical methods as a last resort in case of severe back pain are mentioned.

Care and treatment, Disease/Disorder overview

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Fighting back pain

Article Abstract:

Protecting the back is the best way to avoid injury to it. Lifting from the knees, sleeping on a firm mattress, having proper back support and avoiding sitting for too long are the basic preventative measures. Stopping smoking, staying fit and losing weight also help.

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Comfort contours & contraptions: devices to ease the pain and save your back

Article Abstract:

Numerous products designed to minimize back strains are available in the market. The products range from shovel and rake handles to footrests. Some interesting back care tools are described.

Equipment and supplies, Ergonomics

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