Sometimes the simplest solutions are best. Here we show you how to make your own gel ice pack or moist heat pack, and a simple low back massager to help ease your discomfort until you can get in to see your chiropractor.

Exercise can be difficult while in pain, but it is a key aspect in healing from the injury and preventing future episodes of pain.

For patients with lower back or buttock pain that stems from the sacroiliac joint, a variety of chiropractic procedures can be applied and are often considered the first line of treatment.

For many people these days, money is often tighter, which can be a problem for people with back pain, especially those chronic patients who rely on frequent treatments from chiropractors or massage therapists.

Many treatment programs for low back pain incorporate use of an exercise ball (also called a stability or fitness ball) to strengthen the core muscles in the stomach and back that support the spine. Exercise ball exercises clearly work and have been adopted in non‐rehabilitaton exercise programs by athletes and fitness buffs looking to cross‐train and strengthen their core muscles.

This article provides several simple steps to choose, get familiar with, and benefit from using an exercise ball on a regular basis.