What natural remedies are good for back and neck pain.

Hi Gardner,

Of course, you will want to see your doctor. Your doctor can tell you how to treat the cause, rather than the symptoms, as might be the case if you have any disc problems, arthritis, osteoarthrits, or joint disease. You really want to have those possibilities ruled out.

Natural remedies that might help include willow bark, and a simple aspirin which comes from willow bark (if you have no allergy, sensitivity to aspirin, and are on no medicines that could possibly interfere, and no history of bleeding problems).

Acupuncture may also be a complementary therapy worth trying. Gentle stretching may help also. Here is a link to good neck and back exercises:

http://www.expertvillage.com/video/2710_neck-physical-therapy-back-neck.htm

Once you are certain you have no serious injury, you should exercise regularly - walking is good.

Omega 3 fish oils help many people with arthritis because of the anti-inflammatory effect. Flax and borage are also natural anti-inflammatories.

Again, please find out from your doctor the cause of your pain, first and foremost.