How to Get Rid of Back Pain

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Take a dose of non-steroidal anti-inflammatories immediately after an acute back injury.

   If you feel like you just pulled a muscle, take ibuprofen, naproxen or acetaminophen to reduce inflammation.
   
   Go to the emergency room immediately, if the injury has made your legs numb or if you cannot control urination.
   
   This is the sign of a severe injury to the nerves surrounding your vertebral discs.
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   Step 2: Lay on your back with your knees bent.

   You can also rest your legs up on the seat of a chair.
   
   If you have hurt your upper back or neck, find a pillow that supports the curve of your neck. , Cover the ice pack with a towel to avoid ice burns. , Doctors do not prescribe bed rest for more than 24 to 76 hours. , Breathe in through the nose for 7 seconds, hold the breath in for 4 seconds and breathe out through the mouth for 8 seconds.
   
   This can reduce anxiety and muscle tension in the back.
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   Step 3: Ice the area for 20 minutes.

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   Step 4: Get up and start to walk around the same day as your injury.

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   Step 5: Do some deep breathing exercises

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   Step 6: such as the 7-4-8 exercise.

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