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Check with your local drug store pharmacist to see which pain medications are available over-the-counter (OTC). Popular to use are aspirin for overall pain relief, ibuprofin for a combination anti-inflammatory and pain relief response like in the Advil, and acetaminophen products like Tylenol. When selecting the type of medication, keep in mind that liquid gel types absorb fasted into your system. However, regardless of your choice, do follow the directions on the labels, unless otherwise directed by your physician, and follow the recommended dosage guidelines.
Check with your local pharmacist and health store to see which liniments and ointments are available. Some popular items on the market are BENGAY, Tiger Balm and Sportscreme; generally products with a form of rubbing alcohol listed in the ingredients.
Ask about the availability of other back pain remedies including herbal treatments. Some health food stores stock packaged herbal tablets, teas and other products. Be aware, though, that most often these alternative products are not thoroughly tested as OTC products are, nor can the contents be assured for safety, quality and potency.
Miscellaneous Tips
Here are some other back pain relief strategies for you.
Place an ice pack on the pain area up to three times a day for about 12 minutes per session during the first two days of the onset of your pain.
Moist heat applied to the pain after one day can help sooth your body. A warm washcloth or a heating pad for about 30 minutes should do the trick.
After the first day or two, interchange your ice and heat solutions. Heat is for mornings and before physical activity. Ice is for after activities, and in the evening.
As your back pain decreases, gradually increase your activity.
RESOURCES
Help yourself to some additional information with our resources for help with back pain relief.
Back RX, Vijay Vad, M.D. and Hilary Hinzmann, Penguin Group (USA) Inc., 2004.
Chronic Pain, The Complete Guide, Arthur C. Klein, Carroll & Graf Publications, Inc., NY, NY. 2001.
The Complete Doctor’s Healthy Back Bible, Reed, Kendall-Reed, Ford and Gregory, Robert Rose Inc (publishing),
The Pain-Free Back, Harris H. McIlwain, M.D. and Debra Fulghum Bruce, Ph.D., Henry Holt and Company, LLC, 2004.
Understanding Chronic Pain, Angela J. Koestler, Ph.D. and Ann Myers, M.D., University Press of Mississippi Jackson, 2002.
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Sin Diseases (NIAMS)
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20892-2350
www.nih.gov
Spondylitis Association of America
14827 Ventura Blvd. #222
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(800) 777-8189
www.spondylitis.org
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