5 ways to avoid back pain

Back pain can be acute or chronic. It can feel like a sudden, sharp pain or a dull, constant ache.Four out of five people experience back pain at some point, making it the second most common reason for visiting the doctor.

Here are 5 ways to avoid backpain

Maintain good eating habits as you will maintain a healthy weight, and also will not put unnecessary stress on your body.

Avoid sleeping flat on your back instead Sleep on your side.  If you must sleep on your stomach, put a pillow under your lower abdomen to help take stress off your back

It is important to maintain proper posture. Usually people slouch over their computers which damage their backs.

Get more exercise as regular physical activity can help ease inflammation and muscle tension.

Quit smoking as it also can be a cause of persistent back pain. Research also shows smoking can make existing back pain worse