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Back Pain Treatment:Treatment and Management of Back Pain."When an appropriate back pain treatment is used, most people report that their back pain improves - and often disappears - within a few weeks."
When the appropriate treatment is used, most people report that their back pain improves - and often disappears within a few weeks. While many instances of backpain require early intervention by a doctor or other healthcare specialist, I have found that you can assist the speedy resolution of your back pain by using some basic home-care techniques as outlined below. From the beginning - if you have recent (often referred to as acute) back pain – stay active, and avoid stationary positions. 
For this type of back pain it is important to remember that staying active is more effective than bed rest.
Although your pain may make bed rest attractive at the time, evidence shows that it can lead to future problems
such as joint stiffness and muscle pain.
Take a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication such as Neurofen (or generic Ibuprofen), which is available over the counter at your local pharmacy/drugstore. Always seek and follow your pharmacist’s advice on the most appropriate use of this medication. 
Understand your condition from the outset. People who understand their back pain symptoms
respond to treatment and future prevention better.
The information on this website can help you with this. However, if you are unsure and have questions about the
cause of your back pain or how to manage it, be sure to ask your physiotherapist or orthopaedic general practitioner.
If, despite understanding your back pain and complying with the advice above, your pain has lasted more than two months - I suggest that you would benefit from intensive hands on treatment. Physiotherapists who combine stability back strengthening exercises, such as Pilates, with gentle mobilisation, corrective techniques and education, will help improve your function and relieve your back pain. This is the approach that I take with my clients. 
Regardless of the severity of your back pain, back surgery is rarely needed.
Even a herniated disc or nerve damage is likely to improve with appropriate mobilisation and exercise therapy.
My heartfelt advice is that you exhaust all options before you choose surgical intervention. The successful resolution of back pain involves immediate treatment as described above, but also an understanding of the cause of your pain. This of great importance in reducing the likelihood of the pain returning. To avoid further episodes keep your back and stomach muscles strong using Pilates exercises. Apply the posture correction techniques you have learnt and avoid physically and emotionally stressful situations which you know will aggravate your pain. For treatment of specific conditions see:
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The information on this web site does not replace specific medical advice. It should only be used to complement advice from your doctor. Always seek in-person advice from a doctor or other qualified health provider for your particular condition.
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