Ouch!

[gridlore]

I'm loving my new job, but have encountered a slight problem.

My back hurts. Not "oh God, I'm gonna need a truss" hurt; but "Hey, I'm using these muscles for the first time in a long time!" hurt.

Part of my job involves lifting heavy objects above shoulder height. I know this will improve as I get in shape, but for right now I'm living on hot-showers, deep-heating rubs, and Magnesium Salicylate.

Anybody have home remedies for back pain? Or suggestions for stretching or exercises to ease the pain and speed muscle development?

Comments

[lisa-marli.livejournal.com]

SalonPas is your friend, it keeps the medicine in the right place, right over the aching part. You can use it with the magnesium salicylate you are taking on the inside. I get the crankiest shoulders, and it always helps.

Also do make sure that you wear the proper back support. Those wide belt things are worn by a lot of people lifting heaving things for a reason. It helps to support those stoopid back muscles, even after they are in shape.

And remember, we have a hot tub. Reservations are accepted.