Back Pain Relief

Tim Ferriss has featured discussions on back pain relief in his podcasts, mainly through guest experiences and methods that the guests or Tim himself have found helpful. Below are some of the techniques and insights shared:

1. Lidocaine Patches: Dustin Moskovitz shared his experience with back pain and mentioned using lidocaine patches, which are topical and do not mess with your head or cause drowsiness. He also mentioned using Menthol-based biofreeze patches as an alternative, although they have a scent that his wife disliked 1.

2. Exercises: Dr. Stefi Cohen talked about the dead bug, bird dog, and side plank exercises as being helpful for back pain relief, emphasizing the importance of finding a position that does not increase the pain and provides a positive movement experience 2.

3. Portable Traction Devices: Tim Ferriss had mentioned trying portable traction devices, various movements focusing on internal and external rotation, and paying attention to hip extension when walking. Foam rolling the piriformis, IT bands, and TFL has also been found helpful by him 3.

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4. Inversion Tables and Gravity Boots: Tim also discussed the importance of decompressing the spine for lower back relief. He suggested using inversion tables or gravity boots and recommended the brand Teeter Hangups or trying the Lynx device, a compact option for spinal traction 4.

5. Active Release Technique (ART) and Walking: ART is a massage therapy that effectively addresses soft-tissue issues. Tim also mentioned the importance of daily walking to maintain hip complex functions 5.

6. Massage Devices: Tim has praised the Rubs device for the relief it provides when used to roll out the feet, connecting pain relief in the feet to alleviating back and leg pain 6.

7. Natural Anti-Inflammatory Agents: Dr. Rhonda Patrick suggested Curcumin, particularly in a formulation like Meriva, as a non-pharmaceutical pain reliever for arthritis and sport injury sufferers due to its anti-inflammatory properties 7.

These are some of the methods discussed on the Tim Ferriss Show podcast that may help with back pain relief. However, it's essential to consult with a healthcare provider before trying any new treatment for back pain.