If you know someone who experiences back pain or neck pain, then give the gift of comfort and pain relief this year. The experts at The Spine Care Center in Manassas recommend the following gifts for back or neck pain sufferers to help make their new year happier. Remember to contact The Spine Care Center if you have any questions about treatment for back pain.

Heated Neck and Back Massage Pad

You can find great portable massage pads on the market that provide both heat and pressure to aching backs. These massage pads fit on any chair and can be used in a variety of different places, such as the office or at home. Heat and massage may be especially good at providing at least temporary pain relief from muscle strain and arthritis.

Massage Gift Certificate

You can also give the gift of massage this year by purchasing a gift certificate to a local spa or physical therapy practice. If possible, research the person who will be giving the massage to ensure they have experience and training in treating back pain. Physical therapists in particular will have massage techniques that can release tight muscles and help temporarily relieve pain.

Lumbar Support Pillow

Many chairs, especially in offices, don’t offer proper lower back support. It can be difficult to maintain good posture in these chairs, putting excess amounts of strain on the spine. Lumbar support pillows offer the extra support many people need to relieve strain. They can be used in the office, at home, in the car, or even while travelling.

Inversion Table

Inversion tables allow you to hang upside down, stretching out the spine and possibly relieving some pain-causing compression. They may be helpful for sciatica, low back pain, and other causes of spine problems.

However, inversion tables are not safe for everyone. You should not use an inversion table if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or glaucoma. Always check with your physician before using an inversion table and carefully follow the instructions to prevent injury.

Back Brace

If your loved one works a physically demanding job which causes them back pain, a back brace may help improve their body mechanics, which can help relieve pain. Back braces help immobilize certain parts of the back so that you don’t bend or twist in ways that can hurt your spine. Wearing a back brace during physical activity may help prevent injuries or strain that leads to pain.

Suggest a Trip to The Spine Care Center

These gifts can provide temporary relief from back pain, but if the pain gets worse or won’t go away completely, then it may be time for your loved one to see an expert spine physician. For more permanent back pain relief, call The Spine Care Center in Manassas today at (703) 257-2266 or request an appointment online.

Schedule your appointment with our office today!