The physical therapy association of the United Kingdom offers some great advice on understanding back pain. Here are the 10 areas they discuss. Click the link above to read the entire text and see the informative video.
- Your back is stronger than you may think
- You rarely need a scan and it can do more harm than good
- Avoid bedrest, stay in work and gradually resume normal activities
- You should not fear bending or lifting
- Exercise and activity reduce and prevent back pain
- Painkillers will not speed up your recovery
- Surgery is rarely needed
- Get good quality sleep
- You can have back pain without any damage or injury
- If it doesn’t clear up, seek help but don’t worry
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Understanding Back Pain
