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Read more →Smoking Increases the risk of Back Pain
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
It’s Time to Quit Smoking
United Kingdom, (June 21, 2010) – Strenuous activities such as heavy lifting and rigorous physical activities are often pointed out as reasons for back pain. It is important to understand that lifestyle has a lot to do with it. Bad habits such as smoking are contributing factors so one thing is certain – it’s time to quit smoking.
A study conducted by British researchers was published in the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases. After interviewing 13,000 people about their lifestyles, it was established that smoking increases the risk of back pain by 30 percent. Over 40 similar studies have been performed about this topic and although the exact reason cannot be pointed out, the results show that smoking is associated with back pain, regardless of age and gender.
Scientists are still trying to find out how smoking causes back pain. The Annals of Rheumatic Diseases published that the nicotine from cigarettes “could affect the manner in which the brain processes sensory stimuli and the central perception of pain. Smoking affects the way in which the brain sends pain signals to the rest of the body. It slows down blood circulation to the joints and muscles, damaging the tissues in the lower back. It slows down the healing process, prolonging the pain of people with back injuries. By blocking the body’s ability to deliver nutrients to the discs in the lower back, smoking damages it, resulting to back pain.
It is common knowledge that smoking is harmful for the health. It’s time to quit smoking. Although it may not immediately provide back pain relief, it is proven good for the back and the pain will decrease in time. Take calcium and vitamin D to prevent back injuries by strengthening the bones. Use heat therapy for back pain relief. It is proven safe and effective as the heat provides gentle warmth and comfort. Instead of applying hot packs or traditional heat pads, use Far Infrared Ray (FIR) heat emitting wraps. The heat it produces penetrates deep, reaching the muscles and bones, maximizing the benefits of heat therapy.
Quit smoking – it will not only do wonders for the lungs, it will spare the back of great discomfort and pain. To aid back pain, use form-fitting Far Infrared Ray Therapy Wraps. Feel the great difference it does for back pain.
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