Back Dr in New Jersey Recommends 5 Daily Habits to Reduce Back Pain

April 06, 2021

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It can start as a minor discomfort when you first wake up in the morning. Perhaps a slight ache or irritation that causes you to move more slowly, and, in a few days, ends up making it difficult for you to perform certain tasks without being bothered by the pain.

If you can relate to the things above, rest assured knowing that you are not the only one. About 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. The severity of the problems varies from person to person, impacting each in a variety of ways. Back pain can sometimes be accompanied by neck pain and the inability to move your head without pain.

Are you the type that dislikes going to the doctor? Again, you are not the only one. Many adults out there delay seeing an interventional pain physician until their condition becomes so serious they need help with pain management.

If you are dealing with back pain, it is advised you make an appointment with a specialist from a spine center near you. If you are looking for a fellowship-trained and board-certified back Dr in New Jersey who is ready to help you find accurate treatment for your condition, you’ve come to the right place! In addition to treatment, our doctors are always open to discuss various prevention methods to keep back pain away. So, without further ado, below are 5 habits that can help you reduce back pain.

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Improving your sleeping hygiene can alleviate back pain.

It can be very difficult to determine the cause of your back pain. This is often the case when you haven’t had some sort of accident or disease that might be causing your pain. Most frequently, back pain is caused by natural wear and tear on the body.

You certainly don’t seek to do damage to your back while sleeping. If your sleeping hygiene is poor, you are almost surely injuring your spine, discs, or joints. There are, however, certain things you can do about it:

Replace your old mattress with a high-quality one: the type of your mattress that you are using has a lot to do with the quality of your sleep. A firmer mattress provides better support for the back and improves your sleep, preventing you from causing additional pain.

Place a pillow between your knees: if you like sleeping on your side, this can put additional pressure on your spine. However, you can take about half of this pressure off by sleeping with a pillow between your knees. If sleeping on your back is the preferred choice, place the pillow under your knees instead.

Work on your core and strengthen your back.

If you enjoy going to the gym on a regular basis, you might be wondering how to avoid back pain that sometimes comes with workouts. Wouldn’t it be good to prevent the suffering from ever happening in the first place? They say prevention is the best method of treatment, so what can you do to strengthen your back?

Doing core-strengthening workouts can be beneficial for your back as well, as these exercises strengthen the abdominal and back muscles, providing better support for your spine.

You can strengthen the muscles and with the right training to avoid strains, sprains, and spasms, which all contribute to back pain. Your chances of developing a spine condition are significantly decreased if you perform routine strength training exercises for your core at least two to three times a week.

Adjust your posture.

In today’s digital world, it seems that everyone’s posture is starting to deteriorate. People are constantly hunched over, staring at a phone screen or sitting at a desk, watching a monitor, and typing all day. Although there is no apparent danger in any of these things, they may have a bad effect on your posture over time.

It comes as no surprise that of the main causes of back pain is bad posture. This means that being mindful of your posture and adjusting it when you find yourself slouching at your desk or while waiting in line is the key to reduce the chances of developing back pain.

If you sit at a desk all day, invest in proper ergonomics to ensure your back gets additional support, and your posture does not have to suffer.

Don’t forget to stand up from time to time and to stretch.

Particularly, if you have to sit at your desk for multiple hours a day, you may be wondering what you can do to prevent back pain from settling in. Besides proper ergonomics that help support your posture, you also need to work on developing certain habits. Adding these to your routine can reduce the chances of developing a back issue.

First of all, if you feel that your body starts being a bit rigid, you need to take a break from sitting. About every hour or so, remember to stand up and move around to relax your muscles and prevent stiffness. You can get up to grab a snack, use the restroom, get a glass of water, chat with your coworkers, and so on.

As every spine surgeon recommends, you need to do whatever it takes to get yourself out of that chair every once in a while. If only for a few minutes or so, this gives your backbones a break from all the pressure you are placing on them when sitting.

Get proper shoes.

Did you know that the type of shoes you wear can greatly impact the way you perform certain activities, such as walking, standing, and even seating? Wearing high heels every day, for example, forces your body out of its usual position with every step that you make. To prevent issues that can lead to disk replacement surgery, it is advised you choose shoes that support your body’s weight when and are suited for the activities you are doing.

If you are on the go all day, you may want to avoid heels and go for more comfortable shoes that support the spine and allow you to move freely.

Is back pain troubling you? There are many therapies that our back doctors will recommend, from physical therapy and behaviour changes to minimally invasive spine surgery. At Pain Treatment Specialists, our doctors are certified by the American Board and ready to help each patient achieve a pain-free life. Schedule an appointment today, and let us get on the road to recovery. You can find us in Paramus on Route 17, near the Paramus Park Mall, in Clifton, NJ, on Route 46 E, past the Ford dealership, in West Orange, near the Essex Country Club, and in Woodland Park, on McBride Avenue.

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Dr. George Hanna

Dr. Hanna is a Harvard Trained back specialist in New Jersey and New York.  He serves as Medical Director of Pain Management.

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Dr. Laura Lombardi

Dr. Lombardi is a Harvard Trained back pain treatment doctor, currently seeing patients in Clifton and West Orange, New Jersey.

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Dr. Shane Volney

Dr. Volney is a Harvard Trained back treatment doctor seeing patients in the NJ areas of Clifton & West Orange, and in NYC.

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Dr. Michael Nguyen

Dr. Nguyen is Harvard Trained and Board Certified in Pain Management. His pain center accepts major medical insurances and Medicare.

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Dr. George Hanna

Dr. Hanna is a Harvard Trained back specialist in New Jersey and New York.  He serves as Medical Director of Pain Management.
Dr. Hanna

Dr. Laura Lombardi

Dr. Lombardi is a Harvard Trained back pain treatment doctor, currently seeing patients in Clifton and West Orange, and Paramus New Jersey.

Dr. Hanna

Dr. Shane Volney

Dr. Volney is a Harvard Trained back treatment doctor seeing patients in the NJ areas of Clifton & West Orange, and in NYC.

Dr. Hanna

Dr. Michael Nguyen

Dr. Nguyen is Harvard Trained and Board Certified in Pain Management. His pain center accepts major medical insurances and Medicare.