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Essentials for Back issues and sciatica pain

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Dealing with back pain or sciatica? I’ve been there, even had an operation, because of herniated disc. After this experience I have put together a list of items that helped me feel better and get moving again. From cozy support cushions to soothing h...
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Working from home

 
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This changed my life as work from home employee. I adjust my desk and stand up or sit down depending on how I feel. Try this out! You don’t need to do crazy stands from books in order to feel relief in your back!
Adjustable desk for Sciatica pain | Stand up desk
 
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Another desk that will relief the pain in your spine. Working from home is hard and the more time you sit down, more likely for you to herniate your back. Prevent it by changing your position while working!
Adjustable desk with no storage for pain free wfh
 
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You can spend an hour or two on this ball, while sitting on the desk. I was advised by my physical therapist to not spend more than an hour and a half on it. Also the fuzziness gives it character :)
Fuzzy Yoga Ball for Good Posture
 
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I started with a basic silicone ball and honestly it changed my posture in a good way. Here is how - if you sit on the ball there is no way that you sit down in a bad position. It naturally forces you to straight your back. Perfect for working - do n...
Stability Ball for exercise
 
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I personally used it only after my operation, because it provided support to my back. Keep in mind wearing it long time weakens your muscles. Great for usage after trauma!
FEATOL Adjustable Back Brace Support Belt
 
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Great product! I work from home and this saves me a lot of pain. Sciatica pain is less in the end of the day.
Lux Decor Collection Memory Foam Seat Cushion Back Support Pillow for Tailbone Sciatica Pain Relief Cooling Gel Comfort Pad for Desk Car Wheelchair

Car Essentials

 
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Make sure to support your back when you sit on a chair or in your car. This little detail will give you a lot of support. It fits perfect on your back.
Memory Foam Lumbar Support Back Cushion

Sleeping with Back Pain

 
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This big J shaped pillow will support your full body. If you sleep on your side, do not forget that your knees shouldn’t touch each other. Place the pillow between them for relief in the hips. Very comfy and beneficial!
Hypoallergenic J-Shape Body Pillow
 
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Anyways we spend so much time on the phone, at least let’s not do it in a way it makes our arm dead or we need to be in weird position. This phone holder saved my life!
Cell Phone Electronic Stand, Lazy Stand
 
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It is crucial to have a good mattress. We spend 8 hours laying in the same position on it. I find not too squishy mattresses better for me. If you have herniated disc learn how to stand up from the bed too, it’s very important!
Mattress for Back Pain | Saatva
 
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Give yourself the best sleep by using this pillow. It is something so simple! Like this you will relief your hips and sleep on the side without problems.
Leg & Knee Foam Support Pillow Soothing Pain Relief for Sciatica, Back, Hips, Knees, Joints
 
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You need support for your back also in the car, trust me! This pillow is not too squishy, because it can happen that the pillow is disappearing behind you. Good also for sport seats!
Memory Foam Lumbar Support Pillow for Car

Exercise with Back Pain

 
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I prefer this type of mat, because using the other one sometimes just feels pain in my knees and elbows. You can feel the hard surface and it directly makes you feel pain. I prefer this type of mat for exercises when I need to balance myself on my pa...
Folding Exercise Mat for Yoga and Exercise

Educational Materials for Back Pain

 
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I love this channel! Everything is explained very well and there is a person showing the exercise. Try to do those exercises as often as possible and make your agony go away!
3 Herniated Disc Exercises
 
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One of the best articles for the ones who want to finally find the most healthy and comfortable sleeping position. The journey of recovery is long, so make sure that you spend 8 hours of your day sleeping in a good position.
How to Sleep With a Herniated Disc - Florida Surgery Consultants
 
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It is very important to sit in a proper way and straight your back. Keep angle of 100 or 90 degrees for less back pain.
Best Way To Sit With Herniated Disc (3 TIPS) | Dr. Walter Salubro Chiropractor In Vaughan