Each part of your anatomy has a role to play in your overall health. When body parts such as muscles, tendons and bones are injured or strained, you’re likely to end up with back problems. This might include a fracture, slipped herniated disk, or even a broken back. Lower back pain can be triggered by a number of situations such as overexertion and poor alignment when performing day to day activities.

Lower back pain is complex, since there are so many contributing factors. For example, the central nervous system alongside the spinal column plays a vital part in back pain.

Statistics indicate that over one million individuals experience some type of back pain, either severe or minor. Half of these cases could have been prevented in the first place, without the need for medical intervention. The rest of them might end up suffering from back pain for the rest of their lives if they don’t take a practical approach to the problem.

In some instances, the problem is addressed through the use of surgery. Undergoing surgery can lead to serious complications including, ironically, back pain that’s worse than before. Even the pain of a damaged tendon or shoulder ligament can be eased without the necessity of surgery.

Did you realize that just by losing weight you can relieve your lower back pain? The incidence of obesity is continuing to rise right around the world. The added pressure on your muscles from the extra pounds will eventually lead to back pain. “Oh, my aching feet”, you might moan. You might not stop to think that the problem lies in poorly fitting shoes, excessive body weight and too much pressure on the joints and muscles that support you.

What’s the best way to ease your pain from a slipped herniated disk? Start by learning to bend down and lean over using proper form, lose some weight if you need to, make sure your shoes fit well, and ease your pain by curling up.

Are you aware that by curling up in a fetal position you can reduce the pain caused by a herniated slipped disk? Just lay down on your side and curl up your knees to your chest, and you’ll feel the effect. Once you’re in the fetal position, put a small pillow or cushion between your knees; make sure that you’re not curled up too tightly. Keep your hips lowered.

Now that you’re more aware of the causes of back pain, start to take action and get relief from your condition.