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A how-to article on how to prevent back pain. Covers common types of back pain including back strains, sprains, and osteoarthritis. Also gives general tips on workplace safety, lifting correctly, and ergonomics.

General interest health article.

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How Can You Prevent Back Pain?
by AJ Kerr

Do you know the most common types of back pain and how they´re caused? If you have back pain, how do you know if its a back strain or something more serious?

First and foremost, any time you experience serious or ongoing back pain you should see your doctor. Back pain is a common problem, especially among working adults who may be active on their jobs. And back pain can be caused by anything from lifting a box to chronic illness.

At the first sign of trouble, make an appointment to have back pain checked out. But before trouble starts, here´s some of the more common types of back pain and how you can prevent them.

Strains and Spasms

A back strain is very similar to a back sprain. In fact, the two terms are sometimes used interchangeably. Along with back spasms, back strains make up the most common type of back pain experienced by people on an occasional basis.

The back strain or sprain is usually when you think you might have "pulled" something. Maybe you´re lifting a box, or working out with weights, and you feel a soreness or throbbing pain in your back. Often lying down and taking an over the counter pain reliever is enough to treat this type of pain, and it usually goes away after a short time.

A back spasm is more like a charley horse in your back. It can be a tightening feeling, it´s often an acute or sudden pain, and often people will see their doctor for relief. Again, lying down usually helps. Many people lie on the floor with their feet propped on a chair to help relax the back muscles. Some people also try massage and gentle stretching exercises if the pain allows them to.

So how can you avoid strains and spasms? For starters, lift heavy items properly, using your legs and not your back. Be aware of your body´s movements when you´re involved in any activity where back strain is a possibility.

Another factor to consider is your weight. Carrying extra weight around your belly can cause back strain, especially to your lower back. Women with large breasts should make sure to wear supportive bras with wide straps, because the same weight effect applies.

The last prevention tip might be the most important:

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