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I just got back from a 3 week course, and sleeping on a cot (or something or another) hasn't been too kind on my lower back. I've got a slight pain in my lower back early in the mornings and sometimes after lifting heavy things. It happens often when I get into prone (you know that feeling in your lower back when you get into prone, just above your ass)
Anyways I know I'm probably whining and I'll be told to suck it up, but I was wondering if some of the older more experienced types here have some ideas on how to combat lower back pain. I for one, plan on staying in the Infantry for a long time so I'm trying to nip the bud as early as possible to avoid further complications. I know it could get serious if untreated and fuck things up. One thing I know I'll have to do is get a new wasit belt and back cushion for my ruck.
But I've also thought about going to a chiropractor on a regular basis, or masseuse. I was wondering if any of you have done so and if it helps at all. A buddy of mine told me to get one of those blow up/plastic inflated balls that they have at gyms to roll on and work your back.
I'd love to hear anyone's opinion on all this....thanks in advance.
Anyways I know I'm probably whining and I'll be told to suck it up, but I was wondering if some of the older more experienced types here have some ideas on how to combat lower back pain. I for one, plan on staying in the Infantry for a long time so I'm trying to nip the bud as early as possible to avoid further complications. I know it could get serious if untreated and fuck things up. One thing I know I'll have to do is get a new wasit belt and back cushion for my ruck.
But I've also thought about going to a chiropractor on a regular basis, or masseuse. I was wondering if any of you have done so and if it helps at all. A buddy of mine told me to get one of those blow up/plastic inflated balls that they have at gyms to roll on and work your back.
I'd love to hear anyone's opinion on all this....thanks in advance.