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Home Care Tips for Relieving Pain
- Resume normal activity as soon as possible. Bed rest is no longer recommended and may delay recovery. Activities should be done without strain or stretching.
- Avoid intense exercise and physical activity, particularly heavy lifting and trunk twisting, if there is acute back pain.
- Try an over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory such as aspirin or ibuprofen, or an analgesic such as acetaminophen. These medicines often provide significant benefits.
- Apply...
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