Back Pain

Home Care Advice - Sleep
  • Reassurance
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  • Local Cold or Heat
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  • Sleep
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  • Activity
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  • Pain Medication
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  • Prevention
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  • Good Body Mechanics
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  • Strengthening Exercises
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  • Call Your Doctor If
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    Sleep

    • Sleep on your side with a pillow between your knees. If you sleep on your back, place a pillow under your knees to reduce stress on your lower back. Avoid sleeping on your abdomen. The mattress should be firm or reinforced with a board. Avoid waterbeds.

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