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It’s literally a back-breaking experience during your period, isn’t it? Well, you can soon say goodbye to them because we got you covered. Using our effective tips ranging from beauty tech to aromatherapy, you can learn how to reduce back pain during periods.
1. Epsom Salt Steam Therapy
Epsom salt is an ageless hero to cure back pain. When you feel like just soaking in a warm bath, dissolve Epsom salt as well. Then, enjoy basking in your tub. The heat fused with the salt when in contact with your back, promises a soothing and fruitful relaxation for your tense muscles and improves blood circulation.
2. Use a Period Heating Pad
A period heating pad is a portable gadget that uses electrical stimulation to reduce pain, inflammation, and bloating. Just like how it is used to reduce stomach cramps, you can also wear it on your back. It has temperature adjustment settings which you can set based on the degree of your pain.
3. Yoga Poses for Your Back
Ditch the standard poses and try gentle twists like the following which stretch your spine to release tension.
- Supported Bridge Pose: Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Make sure your feet are a hip’s breadth apart. Then, lift only your hips towards the ceiling. For added support, place a yoga block or cushion under your back.
- Reclining Twist: Lie on your back with your arms extended out to the sides. Bend one knee and gently lower it to the opposite side while keeping both shoulders on the ground. Hold for several breaths before switching sides.
4. The Tennis Ball Trick
This is gonna be fun! Use a tennis ball as a DIY back massager. Lie down on your back on a firm surface, like a cot or a mat on the floor. Then, place the tennis ball under your lower back. Slowly roll your body over it, focusing on the sore spots. With the firm and consistent pressure from the tennis ball, your back can release tension in tight muscles and improve blood flow.
5. Have Magnesium-Rich Snacks
Magnesium is known to be a muscle relaxant, including in the back. Bananas, almonds or almond milk, and dark chocolate are yummy magnesium-rich snacks for this. You can even make a quick smoothie by blending all these ingredients. Sip away both your back and stomach pain in no time.
6. Maintain the Right Posture
If we sit for long hours while working or studying, we usually slouch. This puts too much pressure on our spine, worsening period back pain. Try to always sit straight or use a lumbar support cushion to give your back the right support. Also, don’t sit for too long even if you may be maintaining the right pose. Take breaks to stand or walk around.
7. Aromatherapy Massage
Use essential oils like ginger or lavender to massage your lower back. The fragrance from these oils will calm down your mind while the heat infused with the healing properties of ginger or lavender works wonders to instantly reduce back pain.
So, ready to witness the changes? Your back will thank you and can finally have your back—literally! Do these cool and easy tips for a peaceful period experience and a happy back!
