Ergonomics; Creating a Back-Friendly Workspace to Combat Lower Back Pain

Are you struggling with lower back pain? Discover how ergonomics can help! Learn the simple steps in creating a back-friendly workspace that will give you long lasting relief.

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How To Know If You Have Sciatica

By Dr. Peter Klapper Ph.D. Have you ever had a pinched nerve? You know, that burning or numbness sensation that can radiate in your extremities. Most times a pinched nerve can resolve itself, but what happens if it doesn’t seem to be going away? Some nerve pain can indicate a greater problem such as a herniated disc, tumor or an overgrowth of bone on your vertebrae. However, more times than not, the nerve that becomes pinched by these issues is the sciatic nerve in turn causing sciatica.What Is Sciatica?Sciatica is nerve pain from an injury or irritation to the sciatic nerve, which originates in your buttock/gluteal area. If you suffer from “sciatica,” you can expect to experience pain through the lower back, hips, buttocks and down your legs.Sometimes this can be a result of an injury, and other times it happens just from living life. Normal aging can put your nerves at risk of being pinched along with health conditions such as diabetes, pregnancy, and osteoarthritis. However, most people tend to get sciatica between the ages of 30 and 50, are overweight and either have an inactive or overactive physical lifestyle.So, what does it feel like?Up to 85% of Americans experience some type of back pain during their lives. Many times, this type of back pain can look like muscle strains in the lower back, so it’s important to understand what sets sciatica apart when trying to diagnose the pain you may be experiencing.With Sciatica, the pain will radiate down the leg and into your foot. Imagine a constant bad leg cramp that isn’t going away. You will feel numbness or weakness in your lower back down to your feet, pain that worsens with movement, “pins and needles” in your legs and feet, and possible loss of bowel and bladder control. The pain most often occurs on one side and can also feel like a dull ache mixed with a burning sensation.How To Ease The PainThere are many forms in which you can treat sciatica. Most times, your doctor will start with less intrusive measures that don’t require surgery. That can look like various exercises and stretches from physical therapy that work on increasing core strength, strengthening the lower back muscles and working other muscles that are inflexible.Other treatments include ice and heat therapy, massage, and chiropractic therapy, over the counter pain relievers, steroids, injections and in worse case scenarios, surgery.Treat Sciatica NaturallyIf you’re looking for a more natural approach to treat your sciatica, try our fast-acting back pain product or our natural nerve pain relief. Our natural back pain relief medicine provides powerful relief from sudden sharp pain or constant aches from lower back pain and sciatica. How does it work? Well, the combination of natural organic plant medicine combined with Arnica for sprains, muscle, and tendon relief and Rue and Horse chestnut, has been historically used to help reduce inflammation naturally to ease back pain.Forces of Nature Back Pain Relief is great for those who are looking for an alternative back pain treatment with no side effects.

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Six Medication-free Ways to Ease Low Back Pain

By Dr. Peter Klapper Ph.D. 80 percent of us will experience back pain at some point in our lives, and if you have ever had an aching back, you know just how debilitating this can be.You may miss work or social occasions due to back pain, and even if you do manage to show up, the pain can be distracting and may prevent you from giving it your all.Back pain runs the gamut, from a dull, near-constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain. It may come on suddenly and last a few days to a few weeks (acute back pain) or last for more than three months (chronic back pain). There is a laundry list of potential causes of low back pain, including advancing age, underlying disease, overdoing it, lifting a heavy object the wrong way, a big fall, or even a minor slip. There are also many structures in your back that can be affected, including your vertebrae, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and discs.Over-the-counter and prescription medications can reduce back pain, but these do have side effects especially when used for long periods of time. This is why interest in natural back pain treatments is at an all-time high. In one study in Global Advances in Health and Medicine, more than 40 percent of people with low back pain said they used complementary or alternative medicine to treat their pain in the past year, most commonly herbal supplements, chiropractic manipulation, and massage. And 58.1 percent of folks who used complementary or alternative medicine said these methods worked really well.DietResearch presented at the 2021 Association of Academic Physiatrists conference found that eating an anti-inflammatory diet including whole grains and lots of fruits and vegetables will lower your risk for developing low back pain.Homeopathic remedies Our natural Back Pain Treatment contains arnica, which is known to reduce swelling and pain, along with St. John’s Wort and other herbs with anti-inflammatory properties. It’s topical so there’s no risk of systemic side effects or addiction. Just roll the product over problem area and gently rub it into the skin as needed for back pain relief on the spot. Hot or cold packsApplying cold to your back when the pain is acute for the two days after an injury and then switching to heat 48 hours after injury can relax muscles and soothe painful areas, the Arthritis Foundation notes. ExerciseDoctors used to suggest bed rest for back pain, but not anymore. As long as there isn't a serious underlying cause, the party line is to be as active as possible to speed up your recovery. Stretching and flexibility exercises, including Yoga and tai chi, can also help strengthen your back and reduce pain. Weight loss, if you need to, can also help reduce back pain naturally. Hands-on therapiesChiropractic care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and even massage can also relieve back pain and improve function and range of motion.Stress reliefStress makes everything worse, including back pain. Find something that helps you cope with stress, such as meditation, deep breathing, or even just going for a walk, and do it every single day. Your back will thank you. You could even incorporate our Calm Mood into your every day to help combat stress. If your back pain isn't getting better, see a doctor to find out what's causing it, and if there is anything else you should be doing to get relief.

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I’m Young, Fit, and Healthy- Why Do I Have Back Pain?

Learn why even the most active people can experience back pain, and get advice on how to identify the source of your discomfort with natural remedies from Forces of Nature Medicine.

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Why Back Pain is an Issue for Athletes and Young Adults

Learn why athletes and young adults are particularly at risk for suffering from back pain, including musculoligamentous strains, sciatica pain, herniated discs, and chronic joint pain.

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How Do You Treat Back Pain?

Back pain affects an estimated 31 million Americans according the ACA and is one of the single leading causes of physical disability worldwide. Including the lower and upper back, sciatica, neck and shoulders, the pain can travel form your neck to your legs.

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