• Take Frequent Breaks
Change positions regularly to give your muscles the rest needed
to support you better when you return. If you're sitting, stand
up. If you're bending over, stand and arch backward. A 60 second
break every 20 minutes is ideal.
•
Walk 30-minutes briskly on a flat surface Its important to keep your body's circulation working
well. This helps to increase healing. If pain arises take breaks
as needed.
•
Apply ice
Should your pain become severe, apply ice to the area for 20 minutes.
Do not put directly on the skin.
• Do not sit longer than 15 consecutive minutes.
• Use foot ease, curb, etc. for one leg during prolonged
standing to
lower pressure on your back.
• Sleep on your side with pillows below the knees
or on back with pillows under your knees.
