A 40-hour workweek comes with an array of challenges. One problem that often remains unseen for many is the onset of back pain. Yet, treatment can last for years—or eternally when it does present. You do not need to fret!

Often caused by poor posture, injury, or inactivity, back pain at work is preventable. Moreover, remedies are available for those already living with chronic back pain. 

How to Prevent Back Pain at Work

Preventing back pain starts with maintaining a good posture at work. Sitting for extended hours will often lead to leaning, which will put unnecessary weight on your spine and cause pain. Choose your office chair appropriately and maintain a good sitting posture.

You can also prevent back pain by creating an ergonomic workspace. This requires positioning everything within your reach to avoid unnecessary or awkward movements. Finally, wearing supportive shoes and taking breaks from time to time will also help keep back pain away.

Effective Office Back Pain Treatments

All is not lost if you are already living with work-related back pain. These cases are prevalent among people in their 40s. You might have tried an array of medications and home remedies such as hot or cold packs without any success. All is not lost. You can still get relief without having to go through the invasive surgical interventions.

The following options can help you achieve long-lasting relief from back pain;

•    Physical Therapy

Exercise is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding remedies for mild and moderate back pain cases. You can try this out under the guidance of a certified physician who can tailor your exercise program to your condition and symptoms. Physical therapy will involve retraining your posture and flexibility as well as testing your pain tolerance.

•    Injection-Based Treatments

It is sometimes advisable to resort to injection-based treatments, including epidural steroids, nerve blocks, and nerve ablation injections, for chronic back pain cases. You can trust our certified medical personnel to consider any of these injections in cases where the source of pain has already been identified. Injections can also be a useful tool to rule out specific causes of back pain.

•    Alternative Treatments

Massage, acupuncture, laser therapy, electrical nerve stimulation, biofeedback therapy, and an array of other nonsurgical spine treatments can also aid in relieving chronic back pain at work. A spine specialist will advise you on the appropriate alternative treatment for your condition and the possible benefits.

Find Long-Lasting Back Pain Relief with First State Spine

Back pain often ranges from dull aches to severe chronic pains. Regardless of the cause, back pain will disrupt your daily life and impact your ability to concentrate and stay productive. At First State Spine, we understand the complexity of back pain and will work diligently to ensure that we use the most appropriate treatment option for every individual patient.

Please fill out the form below and contact our team for any inquiries.