Additional advice
As well as recommending alternative pain relief, what tips can you give to help customers manage their pain?
- Try to stay active - 150 minutes of exercise a week is recommended
- Be careful when lifting, try not to twist or bend your back
- Being overweight can increase the risk of back pain, so customers should try to maintain a healthy balanced diet
- Avoid sitting for too long
- Make sure to sit in the correct posture so that your back is well supported.
What gentle exercises can you recommend to help relieve back pain?
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