Winter is pretty challenging on your spine with the reduced activity, the cold, and the stiff muscles. Here are some home remedies you can try that may soothe back pain:
- Stretch Regularly: Movement is key to keeping your spine healthy and pain-free. Engaging in gentle stretches like the child’s pose can help to loosen up your muscles which can help to reduce the risk for injury and pain.
- Use Heat Therapy to Ease Tension: Cold weather tends to cause the muscles to tighten up which can worsen back pain. Heat therapy can help to relax tense muscles and improve blood flow. A great and relaxing thing to practice heat therapy is by taking a warm bath.
- Maintain a Healthy Winter Lifestyle: Maintaining a healthy winter lifestyle is the most important thing to do to achieve long-term spine health. It’s important to stay active, dress appropriately, and stay hydrated.