Ease back pain without surgery

If you’re looking for nonsurgical relief for your back pain, there may be a solution. Millions of Americans suffer from back pain and the National Center for Health Statistics estimates 83 million days of work are missed each year because of back pain. There are a slew of choices out there. If you don’t know what to consider, here’s a snapshot of some nonsurgical options.

Get moving

Amasa Klineline, exercise specialist at the Meyer Center, says there are a variety of exercises that can help strengthen the back.

“Back pain is so prevalent. A lot of people have extra weight at the front, whether it’s a large belly or breasts that will pull the body forward. Weight loss can help alleviate the pain,” Klineline says.

As long as there is not a specific injury, a regular workout can help. Strengthening the core—which includes muscles from mid-chest to mid-thigh—is the best.  Read Article

By Juliana Goodwin