Valentine’s Day: time to get Back Together- romantic tips for back pain

A spouse or partner has more to gain from you feeling better than just about anyone else, so what better resource could one ask for?

We kind of think of Valentine’s Day as a ‘Hallmark Holiday’- an excuse to buy flowers and go out for an expensive dinner (I would love to know what the gross dollar amount spent on cards is!!!) I would like to propose a new addition to your Valentine’s day festivities…

Take a moment to talk with your partner. Ask them about how they are feeling- are you doing all you can for each other to find ways to feel good? I don’t mean sexually (although that’s important)- I mean with regards to your pain. Are you helping with the tasks that you or your partner cannot do? For many in pain, communication and validation from a loved one can help to relieve discomfort as much as anything else. While you are talking, touch each other- again, not sexually- therapeutically. Gently run you hands up and down each others backs- find tense or tender areas and gently rub and caress those areas. Take a moment to be aware of how each of you feels, and do some simple things to relieve any pain or stress. These tips are not just for those who complain of back pain- they are great for anyone with daily stress, folks who work too much, have too much housework- pretty much all of us!

Read the full article at backtogether.org