More and more people complain about shoulder pain and back pain. The fact that this also affects younger people is mainly due to a too weak “muscle costume”. A strong back musculature and a back-friendly behavior, on the other hand, are able to take over a protective function. In doing so, the load on the intervertebral discs and joints is reduced, thus avoiding shoulder and back pain.
What helps against shoulder pain?
You place the cherry pit pillow on the neck or shoulder area until there is a complete warming of the tissue, which is not only a feeling of well-being but also pain relief. Therefore, a correct posture can greatly reduce the load on the spine, so that the ligaments and muscles are relieved. In sedentary work, it is therefore important to ensure that one does not remain in the same seated posture for long periods without interruption, to stand up in between and to adjust the backrest so that the back is supported approx. 15-20 cm above the seat surface. When standing, the height of the work surface should be chosen so that you can comfortably stand upright and, if possible, alternately raise one leg. When lifting and carrying loads, most people grab things the wrong way. It is beneficial to carry two small bags rather than one large heavy one. When picking up loads, you should bend over with your back rounded and your legs extended downward. Now bend your knees and lift the object and go up with a straight back. You can also do a lot to prevent shoulder and back pain when doing housework. If you stand upright when ironing, vacuuming, sweeping or other activities, use a long suction tube when vacuuming and do not work in a bent-over position for long periods, you have already taken very good precautions. The wrong mattress can also lead to shoulder pain. Soggy mattresses are out of place. A firm base and a soft mattress on top of it are recommended, so that the body rests evenly everywhere. One should also not use pillows that are too large or thick, which still put the upper body in a half-sitting position. Small and flat pillows are favorable, as well as special neck pillows that provide good support for the head and neck. After a restful sleep, you do not wake up in the morning with tension in the shoulder area. As for footwear, shoes with soft soles are preferable, which give some shock absorption for the spine and joints. Constant running with high heels puts too much strain on the lumbar spine and the so-called hollow back position is performed. Regular barefoot running is not only good for the feet; the shoulders and the entire back also benefit. Likewise, an ideal body weight saves shoulder pain, because every excess pound puts additional strain on the intervertebral discs, joints and spine. In any case, sports should be fun. Sports such as swimming (especially backstroke), jogging (on forest paths), gymnastics, cycling, cross-country skiing and nordic-walking are considered particularly back-friendly. When exercising in water, the spine is optimally relieved, especially in the stretched back position. Ideal and recommended is aqua-jogging, which is offered in almost every swimming pool.
Quick help
A quick help for shoulder pain fulfills the application of a cherry pit pillow. The cherry pit pillow is an ancient home remedy that is also used as a dry hot water bottle. The dried cherry pit has the advantage that it can store heat or cold and release it slowly. The cherry pit pillow should always be moistened before heating and should not be warmed up several times in a row. After it has cooled down completely, it can be used again. In case of shoulder pain, use it as a heat pad. To do this, simply place the pillow on the heater or tiled stove, heat in the oven at 130 degrees for 5 to 10 minutes or in the microwave at max. 600 watts for 1-2 minutes. You put the cherry pit pillow on the neck or shoulder area until there is a complete warming of the tissue, which is not only a feeling of well-being but also pain relief.
Alternative remedies
Irradiation with red light and the resulting heat can also help against shoulder pain when used regularly. There are also swimming pools with sauna areas that offer infrared sauna.In combination of the sauna visit with infrared radiation, the entire shoulder and neck area is warmed and loose muscles are achieved. In addition, applying an ointment with the ingredients arnica and horse chestnut helps and contributes to pain relief. If you apply all these home remedies and advice for everyday life, shoulder pain no longer has a chance.
