Lower back S.O.S.
Back pain can appear out of the blue –
see what you can do about it.
Warm it up: If there is no swelling and you feel that the pain has mechanical causes, you can try to apply warmth. Heat will help alleviate muscle tension and works well in case of hardened or knotted muscles. Try applying a Elastoplast ABC Heat Plaster on the affected area. It will provide sustained intense heat and at the same time block the transmission of pain.
You might want to try cooling the area with a cold pack (ice is a natural pain reliever and will work in case of swelling or bumps). Place it on the sore spot. If you feel that this helps, leave it on for no more than ten minutes each hour. See a doctor if you suspect inflammation.
You may take medicine that reduces pain, swelling, and irritation without medical consultation. See a doctor if symptoms don‘t improve.
Consult your doctor about what best to do and whether you need rest or activity. It is recommended to get back to your normal activities as soon as possible, as movement helps your muscles decontract and stay strong.
To avoid further problems:
If you must sit at your desk or behind the wheel for long hours, try to break up the time by moving around a lot or take a breat to do some stretching exercises - check out our video library for suitable exercises.
“Even with intense lower back pain, it is important for you to try to get back to your normal activities as soon as you can.
“TRY TO GET BACK TO YOUR NORMAL ACTIVITIES AS SOON AS YOU CAN IT WILL NOT HARM YOU.”Heat will help relax stiffness of muscles and joints; a cold pack can also help by reducing the pain from an irritated area.”
Please note that none of the above given tips or recommendations substitute medical advice. Important: consult a health professional in case of an injury or if you suspect a slipped disk. A physician should be consulted in those acute cases when the condition is
accompanied by reddening, swelling or hyperthermia of joints, ongoing or severe pain and/or are associated with neurological symptoms (e.g. numbness, tingling), or if the pain radiates down the leg(s).
For further information regarding Elastoplast products, please contact us via email on phc@beiersdorf.com. Carefully read the instructions for use given in our products‘ packages.