PAIN MANAGEMENT
FOR EVERYDAY LIFE

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Pain can show up throughout your day in many ways and for many reasons. Follow us through a few everyday scenarios to find quick and easy ways of managing your pain so you can get back to doing what you love.

 

SCENARIO: WAKING UP WITH BACK PAIN

STRETCHES + SHOWER + ALEVE®

People often experience back pain more acutely in the morning. Ease the pain by waking up your muscles before you get up. Lay flat on your back and pull your knees into your chest one at a time until you feel a light release in your lower back. Then take a warm shower to loosen your muscles for the day ahead.

If you’re still experiencing pain, take one Aleve® Back & Muscle Pain tablet for quick relief that will last for up to 12 hours.

Person with back pain clutching lower back with yellow circle on back

SCENARIO: MORNING COFFEE WITH OSTEOARTHRITIS PAIN

LIGHT EXERCISE + ALEVE®

For those who suffer from osteoarthritis, making morning coffee can be more painful than it sounds. Instead of suffering through it, try Aleve® Tablets. Just 2 tablets can manage pain all day. Each tablet has the strength to last up to 12 hours. Use as directed.

Once you’ve gotten some relief, grab a towel or sponge and squeeze it for a few seconds at a time. The exercise helps prevent future pain by avoiding stiffness and strengthening the muscles and tendons in your hands.

Person holding coffee mug with yellow circle on wrist

SCENARIO: AN AFTERNOON TENSION HEADACHE

MEDITATION + STRESS MANAGEMENT + ALEVE®

When a headache strikes, make some time for yourself.  Sit in a dark, quiet room and avoid interruptions from your phone or other devices that could worsen the tension. If you get headaches frequently, keep some Aleve® Easy Open Arthritis Cap nearby to provide fast pain relief.

Also consider finding a stress management system that works for you. Often little things like planning ahead and organizing your day can reduce stress, a major trigger of tension headaches. 

Person with headache touching forehead with yellow circle on forehead

SCENARIO: ACHY POST-EXERCISE MUSCLE PAIN

STRETCHES + MASSAGE + ALEVEX™

Exercise has many benefits for your body, including ongoing pain management. But when you really push yourself, sore muscles may be in store.

Ease your pain by stretching specific muscle groups, taking a warm shower to relax your muscles or applying a cooling topical pain relief product like AleveX™ Pain Relieving Lotion with Rollerball Applicator.

Person working out with yellow circle on shin

SCENARIO: A DAY BEHIND A DESK

MOVEMENT + POSTURE + ALEVE®

When you’re stationary for long periods of time, you may experience pain, especially in your back, shoulders and neck. Get up to walk around a little bit each hour, use a stand-up desk or sit in an ergonomic chair to help you maintain good posture while you work.

It also never hurts to keep Aleve® Liquid Gels on your desk in case your pain becomes distracting or stops you from giving 100%.  

Person sitting on desk stretching with yellow circle on side

SCENARIO: THE “MILD” COLD

REST + FLUIDS + HEAT + ALEVE-D®

Sometimes even mild colds cause sinus pressure and congestion that can stop you from going to work or being there for others. If you’re feeling sick, get some rest for a day or two while your body fights off your cold.

To get back to your routine even faster, drink plenty of fluids.

For long-lasting relief from nasal congestion, try inhaling steam, putting a warm compress on your forehead, taking a hot shower or using Aleve-D® Sinus & Cold.  

Person pinching nose and holding head with yellow circle on nose

SCENARIO: SLEEPLESS NIGHTS

LESS CAFFEINE + LIGHTER MEALS + ALEVE® PM

If you’ve ever been up all night because of minor aches and pains, you’re not alone.

Avoid caffeine, naps or big meals leading up to bedtime, as they can all prevent you from falling or staying asleep. If pain is the culprit of your sleeplessness, keep some Aleve® PM by your bed so you don’t have to lose sleep over minor aches and pains.  

Person up at night with yellow circle on forehead

EVERYDAY PAIN RELIEF

Even if you find a pain management strategy that works for you, not every day will be perfect. Making healthy decisions and habits or simply trying to see the bright side of things may help you manage your pain more than you think. Talk to your doctor about any health concerns.

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References 

  1. Medical News Today. Fourteen home remedies for knee pain.

  2. Penn Medicine. Knee pain.  

  3. Mayo Clinic. Hip pain. 

  4. Healthline, Cirino E. Treating the various causes of hip pain.

  5. WebMD. Natural remedies for rheumatoid arthritis pain relief.

  6. Arthritis Foundation. Natural relief for arthritis pain. 

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