7 BACK TREATMENTS YOU MAY NOT HAVE TRIED

It's no secret that chronic back pain is a widespread problem. In fact, according to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 80 percent of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives. If you're one of the many people struggling with back pain, you may have tried every treatment under the sun in an effort to find relief. From chiropractic adjustments to massages, there are a number of different ways to treat back pain. However, there are also a few lesser-known treatments that you may not have tried. Here are seven of them:

Exercise: It may surprise you, but one study tested adults who suffered from back pain and found that exercise actually helped reduce the pain. Check out these 3 strengthening exercises that make a great addition to your workout.

Massage: Sure, massages are a great way to unwind and reward yourself, but they can also help with lower back pain. They also help with short-term pain and function, according to an American College of Physicians review of 26 trials.

Yoga and tai chi: Got a yoga mat in the closet? Brush off the dust. Both yoga poses and tai chi help chronic back pain sufferers, says the American College of Physicians. So find out how tai chi works and go get your Zen on.

Heat therapy: Thinking about reaching for something cold for your back pain? Think again. A review of studies found HeatWrap therapy could reduce lower back pain for those with acute lower back pain. SunnyBay® Lower Back Microwavable Heat Wraps deliver reusable real heat to help relieve your lower back. Stop using it and talk to your doctor if your pain lasts more than 7 days.

Chiropractic: Chiropractic adjustments are a type of manual therapy that uses controlled force to correct imbalances in the spine. Research has shown that chiropractic adjustments can effective in treating lower back pain. If you're looking for a chiropractor, make sure to find one who is licensed and experienced.

Acupuncture: You might not think of feeling like a pincushion as fun, but acupuncture could be a huge help for back pain. Evidence is limited on how it helps short-term back pain, but a review of 32 studies has shown acupuncture to be moderately effective for more chronic lower back pain. Check out what to expect the first time you try it.

Stress management: The strains of stress go beyond the brain. You can definitely feel it physically. Tense muscles make back pain worse. Mindfulness strategies like breathing, stretching, and progressive relaxation are all ways to help manage the effects of stress. In progressive relaxation, you focus on slowly tensing and relaxing different muscles. As you get less tense and more in tune with your body, you might notice less lower back pain.

Living with chronic back pain can be extremely frustrating . If you've tried all of the typical treatments without any relief , you may want to consider Sunny Bay® Lower Back Heat Wrap. Many people have found relief from pain using these products. A few people even said the heat therapy changed their lives.  Talk to your doctor about whether one of these treatments may be right for you.