If you suffer from back pain, you might be looking for a natural way to help you manage and improve your condition. Thankfully there are several great natural remedies that many patients attribute to their much-improved back health.
Here are 10 of the most effective remedies for your back pain:

1.Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that believes the cause of some health ailments is the result of blocked energy along main energy pathways of the body. To unblock this energy, needles are inserted along these pathways. Scientifically, it appears that the insertion of needles releases natural pain-relieving chemicals, sends signals that calm the nervous system, and also releases other beneficial neurochemicals and hormones. Back pain sufferers who have used acupuncture have reported significant improvements in their back pain and also a reduction in emotional distress caused by their ailment.

2.Capsaicin cream
Capsaicin is the active ingredient found in chili peppers. When applied to the skin, it has also been shown to have a pain-relieving effect. It is believed capsaicin penetrates the skin and depletes a neurochemical in the body that transmits pain – thus having an analgesic effect. Since Capsaicin is a natural ingredient, it is considered a healthier alternative to normal pain killers. Those suffering from mild back problems have found it to be effective in helping them control pain. Capsaicin cream can be bought from your local drug or health store.

3.Vitamins and Minerals
Having a balanced diet and a good supply of essential vitamins and minerals are always beneficial to person’s health. Studies into back pain have also shown that certain nutrients can have an impact on back health. Here are three main nutrients that could help your specific condition:

- Vitamin D – Chronic muscle pain has been linked to deficiencies in Vitamin D. It can be found in fish with small bones, fortified milk and cereal and with exposure to sunlight.

- Vitamin B12 – This has been shown to help problems with lower back pain, reducing pain and disability. Deficiencies in Vitamin B12 are normally treated with injections of the vitamin into the muscles.

- Magnesium – Tests have suggested this mineral has a dramatic effect on the pain experienced with chronic lower back pain. Magnesium is a mineral that helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function. Symptoms of deficiency in magnesium include muscle spasms. Consume more magnesium by taking supplements or by eating more green leafy vegetables, dairy products, fish, meat and nuts.

4.Yoga
Yoga is a form of exercise that tries to create a sense of balance within the body by developing flexibility and strength. Followed with caution and with advice from your doctor, yoga can help improve back health, as well as help reduce pain and decrease disability in those suffering from conditions such as mild chronic back pain. Many of the back exercises are designed to release tension in the muscles and improve their flexibility and strength – helping to correct any imbalances that have been causing pain.

5.Bowen Therapy
Bowen Therapy is a series of specialized movements carried out on the body using a therapist’s fingers and thumbs. Typically, these movements pull the skin slack away from the muscles, apply pressure, and then quickly release the tension. When performed on areas of muscle where special receptors are located, it is believed that nerve impulses are sent to the brain resulting in muscle relaxation and pain relief. Bowen Therapy also aims to stimulate the body’s natural healing devices.

6.Breathing techniques
Many people underestimate the power of breathing to help improve health. In relation to back health, breathing techniques make use of the mind-body connection to help reduce pain, can have a significant improvement on stress-levels associated with dealing with pain and disability, and can also increase the patient’s awareness of movement in their body. Speak to your doctor about breathing exercises you can practice or to be directed to a therapist you can visit who will utilize the benefits of good breathing techniques.

7.Massage therapy
Massage is a common remedy for the treatment of back pain and aches. Many doctors, after diagnosing a back condition, will recommend the patient visit a physical therapist who will carry out specific massage techniques which will help reduce tension, encourage pain relief and realign any imbalances within the spine or other parts of the back. In addition, massage can help reduce anxiety and depression associated with chronic conditions.

8.Chiropractic
Chiropractic is a therapy that focuses on spinal manipulation. Chiropractors manually apply force to joints that have become restricted through injury, inflammation, pain or strain. These movements are believed to restore mobility, relieve pain and muscle tightness and encourage the body’s natural healing devices. Research has shown that active manipulation of the spine, such as that carried out in chiropractic, is effective in reducing acute pain and sciatica associated with disc protrusions.
9.Alexander Technique

This technique was initially designed to improve posture and prevent pain, muscle tension and poor mobility that result from bad habits such as slouching. By observing the way your body holds itself and moves, and through gentle touch and repositioning, a therapist attempts to train the body to adopt a healthy posture that supports good back health and avoids developing common back complaints. This technique is also useful for patients with existing back problems as it can reduce unnecessary strains placed on the back and can help prevent future injuries.

10.Meditation
This therapy is closely related to yoga and again works on the mind-body connection. By helping the patient to relax, eliminate stress and gain control of their emotions, it is believed a physical benefit is also gained. Many of those undertaking forms of meditation have claimed it has helped reduce their symptoms of pain and boosted recovery times, too.

All alternative therapies and treatments for back pain, when undertaken with good back health care, can have a dramatic effect on the patient – on how they manage and recover from their condition. Don’t forget to implement good practices into your daily routine to help take care of your back. Exercise often to increase back strength and flexibility, avoid lifting heavy objects or learn the correct way to handle them, wear comfortable shoes that provide good support (e.g., avoid high heels), use a good mattress for sleeping and invest in a good back support for times when you are sitting so that your back is kept straight and is always well-supported. Observe these essential rules and you’ll ensure you enjoy the best back health possible.

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