Nearly 80 per cent of Brits have experienced lower back pain and it’s said to be the second most common reason for going to see your GP.
Many experts blame our increasingly sedentary lifestyles, bad posture and uncomfortable shoes for the rise of back pain. Whatever the cause, it can be hard to work out the best course of action when the pain flares up.
But someone who does know what to do is London-based osteopath Nadia Alibhai. Over the course of the past 15 years, she's helped thousands of people, including members of the Downton Abbey cast.
Here are her crucial Do's and Don'ts for managing the discomfort… DO Ice the area (for around 15-20 mins) if you’ve had pain for six weeks or less, or if there is shooting pain or swelling.
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