Stay active with gentle walking or light movement
Avoid prolonged bed rest
Use heat or ice on the painful area
Try over-the-counter pain relief if safe for you
Maintain good posture when sitting and standing
Use a supportive chair and mattress
Lift objects with your legs, not your back
Avoid heavy lifting and twisting
Stretch gently if it does not worsen pain
Strengthen core muscles over time
Keep a healthy weight
Wear supportive shoes
Adjust your workstation ergonomically
Change positions often
Sleep on your side with a pillow between your knees
Sleep on your back with a pillow under your knees
Manage stress with relaxation techniques
See a doctor if pain is severe, persistent, or worsening
Seek urgent care for numbness, weakness, fever, or loss of bladder or bowel control