Back pain while studying: Numerous ways to ease from it

Most of the people especially students or aspirants have to give long hours for study. Many of them complain back pain. It is very common among all sorts of people due to hectic life.

In general, there are several reasons for lower back pain such as:

v  Herniated disk

v  Muscle or ligament strain

v  Arthritis

v  Back injury or osteoporosis

There are some health guidelines which people must follow in their daily life to get relief from back pain:

It is well recognized that abdominal muscles and back muscles play vital role in supporting lower spine of humans. The problem of low back pain can be traced to having a weak core.

There are many simple lower back exercises that can be done in 20 to 30 minutes in daily routine to ease from back pain.

Hot and cold treatment work in lowering back pain. Alternating between hot or cold packs can lessen lower back pain and help quicken the healing process. People can apply heat or cold packs for 20 minutes at a time, several times a day. It is to note that they must not do this treatment more than 20 minutes because it may affect skin.

People suffering from back pain may apply an ice pack.  It reduces inflammation which can cause back pain and it slows down nerve impulses which keep them from causing painful spasms.

Heat therapy can also be done to lessen back pain. This treatment stimulates blood flow which supplies nutrients to the affected area. It also stimulates sensory receptors and prevents the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

To get rid of back pain it is imperative to get enough sleep.

It is also important to change mattress or buy good quality. When choosing a mattress, people must choose a firm or medium firm mattress so that it can support spine while sleeping.

Students must adopt correct sleeping position.  It is recommended to put a pillow under knees when people are lying on their back or a pillow between legs if they are sleeping on side.

Back pain take dangerous shape. Candidates must observe and develop good habits while getting in and out of bed. They support with hands, bend knees and lie down/get up on their side when they get in and out of bed.

Stretching is helpful for all, with or without back pain. Doctors says that tight muscles in the back, legs, buttock, and around the spine can limit motion of people and worsen their back pain.

Tips to evade back pain while studying for exams:

o   Recognise when you are slouching and correct posture.

o   Candidate’s head should be in an upright position.

o   Always sit in supportive chair which will take pressure away from the lower back and make it easier to sit in front of desk for lengthy periods.

o   Some specialists recommend that it is possible work on a PC for longer duration instead of a laptop. The monitor should be at least an arm length away.

o   Every 20-40 minutes, it is necessary to take breaks. Go for a small walk, get fresh air and stretch.

o   Perform shoulder shrugs and rolls to reduce tension in the shoulder blade and neck muscles.

o   Students must have correct posture.

In stressful student life, these guidelines are helpful to students to get relief from back pain and aspirants can focus more on studies and touch the height of success.