Is Depression and Back Pain Connected?

Like the chicken and egg puzzle, the answer is not very clear.

As an individual who has suffered from intermittent bouts of depression and back pain over the last thirty years, when I get a back spasm my thoughts about this are “who cares.” I just want to get relief.

It is a fact that, in many cases, acupuncture, physiotherapy, chiropractic, lotions, potions, massage, heat and cold treatments can alleviate the condition.

And we all know that millions are spent each year in alleviating back pain symptoms.

And yes, I have been guilty of contributing to the income of all these practitioners…until a few years ago.

A Disease?
In most cases, a sore back is the result of a mechanical problem. It’s not a disease.

Exercise
Specific back exercises really work if performed daily, and separate from all other types of exercises

A Complete Cure?
Some will enjoy a complete cure. In my case though, I have found that proper life-long management of the back is the key.

There are many more important points, of course, but these are the main ones which have saved me a lot of money and grief.

I make my bank deposits through regular back pain exercises. Then, when I injure myself (my withdrawal), the pain is less severe and much shorter in duration.

There are many free resources to help you understand the connection between your emotions and back pain.