Back pain sufferers, who have tense muscles, often get relief by using moist, hot towel or a dry heating pad. Lie on your stomach and place the heated pad on your back. Cover it with another towel to keep the heat from escaping too fast.

 Caution: Heating pads should never be set on high and then placed on the skin. Use a towel placed in between the skin to prevent burning.


 Oriental HYDROTHERAPY:

Water therapies have been effective for many ailments. In the Orient, back pain sufferers soak their feet in hot water for 20 to 30 minutes. Back pain and spasm can often be relieved in this way. The nerves that go to the feet come off the lower spine column, so warming them may do the trick.

 Caution: If you have ulcers, or high blood pressure you should avoid this treatment. It may stimulate blood circulation, which could indirectly stimulate acid secretion in the stomach. It can also raise the blood pressure.
Applying ICE for back pain:
If your lower back pain is the result of a sudden strain or spasm, it's usually best to apply ice immediately to prevent an inflammation. Later on, switch to moist heat. If the moist heat does not feel comfortable, then stick to the ice, applying for short periods (10 min at a time) with towel in between the skin many times a day.


KUNG FU:
In Hong Kong, low back pain is treated not only by doctors, but sometimes also by a master of Kung Fu. Kung Fu is also an exercise to release sciatic nerve pain. The concentrated exercises and body control required to practice this martial art is an effective treatment and a challenging sport.


Massage Therapy:

 Chronic back pain over lon periods, results in an inflammation and contributes to pain. Noxious chemicals released by damaged cells can also cause this. Movement of blood carries such toxins away from the area. So, any therapy that moves the muscles and causes increased blood flow therefore speeding up recovery. The proper massage is vital; only visit a registered massage therapist. Caution: A therapist without proper certification can do more harm than good.
 The pulsed magnetic field of the BIO MEDICI Magnetic Stimulator can also
increase the blood flow and relax back muscles all at the same time.

 Foods and Inflammation:

 If your low back pain is caused by tissue inflammation, you might find relief by trying one of the natural anti-inflammatory foods. These include: cherries, devil's-claw tea, blackstrap molasses, celery, feverfew, alfalfa, ginger, yucca and fish oil be sure to purchase only organic, in order to get the best benefits and the least toxins. This can take some time before having any effects.


PAPAYA and Papain:
The Fiji Islands peoples were the first to recognize the medicinal values of papaya fruit and bark of the papaya tree. It has been recognized as having possible curative abilities. Research is underway to further develop the fruit's active enzyme, papain, to treat herniated (slipped) discs in the lower (lumbar) area of the back, a frequent source of severe back pain.


Birch Bark (naturally derived Acetylsalicylic acid) and the Natives:
Native Indians knew that the birch tree has many medicinal uses and can be consumed without side effects. They gathered the leaves or inner bark of the black birch and steeped them in hot water to make a tea to relieve lower back pain. Hold your nose, it is not for every palatable.


Chinese Tiger Balm:
This natural salve is effective for the relief of back and other body pains and aches.
Chinese Tiger Balm contains aromatic oils of camphor, menthol, peppermint, clove and cajuput. When massaged it increases blood flow to surface skin thereby promoting a better circulation and relieving tense muscles.
Caution: For sensitive skin, the Tiger Balm may feel like it is burning sensation on the skin, especially in children and seniors, or after sweating.

Never mind the flatulence… Pass the Black Beans!
An ancient oriental remedy for lower back pain is to eat 2 tablespoons of black beans every day for a month, in conjunction with excersise. Beans are good sources of protein, which is needed for strong muscles. Lower back pain is often the result of poor toned muscles that support the spinal column.

International Remedies:

 In addition, you might want to try and look 'outside the box' for some of the less common, international remedies that have been found to be safe to relieve lower back pain.

Applying HEAT to the lower back:

What is the best Back Pain Treatment for me?

A variety of different treatment methods for back pain are well known. Before you find out the right one for you, I suggest using the BIO MEDICI Magnetic Stimulator. Since 1984 thousands of sufferers around the world have endorsed the device, also Health Clinics, Hospitals and Chiropractors are using the Stimulator.

You have not much to lose, because of the Limited Money Back Warranty. If you return the device the company deducts 25% off the purchase price and takes it back. The devices are not re-used for hygienic reasons. So every device is brand new.

Back Pain Sufferers ATTENTION:
  
The BIO MEDICI magnetic therapy device should not be used by persons with pacemakers, by pregnant women, or after myocardial infarction. Caution is also advised in those cases where your symptoms should first be examined by a doctor or when additional treatment is required which must not be delayed.