What Triggers Back Muscle Spasms?
Repetitive strain back muscle spasms are a result of stress on back muscles over a prolonged period; the back muscle spasms in an effort to protect itself. The spasm could be triggered by a different action than the cause of the stress, and is very painful. A traumatic injury that triggers a back muscle spasm could include improperly lifting a heavy object, or lifting more than the muscles can handle. Muscle injuries could involve tearing, and recovery is a long-term process. Here are some of the things you can do to treat muscle spasms in the back and aid recovery: • Sleep Support: The proper mattress will aid your recovery by supporting the muscles in the back while you sleep. Know your normal sleeping position, then find a mattress designed to properly support your back during recovery. • Sitting Support: It is important to support your back when you are sitting. Many people work for hours in a seated position. Having a chair with proper lumbar support, adjusted to the right height
