10 OF THE BEST BACK PAIN PRODUCTS.Byline: ANNA HODGEKISS Beech sandals, [pounds sterling]29 HELP improve balance and encourage better posture, tackling the back strain that causes pain. 0161 975 5380; beechsandals.co.uk WellPatch Deep Heat Patch for Back Pain, [pounds sterling]4.29 for two COVERS the width of the back without restricting movement. Warms up on contact; works for up to eight hours. Pharmacies and supermarkets Backnobber Back Massager, [pounds sterling]29.88 HOOKS over the arm to apply pressure to areas other body massagers can't reach, easing discomfort. 0800 622 6001; www.co-opXest.com Solgar Celadrin, [pounds sterling]19.49 for 60 capsules CELADRIN supplement is said to reduce levels of arachidonic acid arachidonic acid /arach·i·don·ic acid/ (ah-rak?i-don´ik) a polyunsaturated 20-carbon essential fatty acid occurring in animal fats and formed by biosynthesis from linoleic acid; it is a precursor to leukotrienes, prostaglandins, and , which causes pain and inflammation. 01442 890 355; www.solgarvitamins.co.uk Bodyopathy Sit Right Designer Wedge, [pounds sterling]34.95 CUSHION which provides back support when sitting for long periods; helps maintain the natural 'S' shape of the spine. 020 7722 6203; www.bodyopathy.com Seven Seas Comfrelieve Cream, [pounds sterling]6.99 for 50g CONTAINS comfrey comfrey Any herb of the Eurasian genus Symphytum (borage family). Best known is the medicinal common comfrey (S. officinale), used to treat wounds and as a source of a gum used to treat wool. Traditionally it was also taken internally for various complaints. root, shown to be as effective in relieving back pain as ibuprofen ibuprofen (ī`by  prō'fən), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces pain, fever, and inflammation. . Pharmacies nationwide.
Tenscare itouch plus, [pounds sterling]57.49 EMITS a tiny electric current into the skin to prevent the pain signal reaching the brain. 01372 723434; www.tenscare.co.uk Vertibax, [pounds sterling]25.66 WEARABLE back support made from breathable fabric to prevent sweating or overheating. 01756 200205; www.vertibax.co.uk Boots Casual Shoes Orthotics, [pounds sterling]21.49 NEW cushioned insoles designed to correct posture and relieve aches in the back, feet and legs Feet and Legs See also anatomy; body, human; walking. arthropod any invertebrate of the phylum that includes insects, arachnids, crustaceans, and myriapods with jointed legs. . Stores nationwide. Forever Aloe Heat Gel, [pounds sterling]10.36 for 118ml ALOE has anti-inflammatory properties; this gel can help relieve pain from sore muscles, joints and bruises. 020 8875 9915; www.aloeveracentre.com ANNA HODGEKISS |
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