Backmate Blog: Latest News on Natural Pain Relief

Top Reasons Why Massage Works for Back and Neck Pain

by Eric Bostrom March 31, 2021 5 min read

Massage is one of the best remedies we have for natural neck and back pain relief—but do you know why? Let’s examine the reason it works.

What is Sciatica Nerve Pain? [4 Tips to Battle It Naturally]

by Eric Bostrom March 26, 2021 6 min read

Sciatica can cause debilitating nerve pain throughout your lower back and down your legs. But we can fight it – naturally – with these tips.

What is the Number One Cause of Headaches? [+ What to Do]

by Eric Bostrom March 11, 2021 5 min read

Now more than ever headaches are becoming commonplace. Let’s explore some common causes of headaches, and what to do about them.

Thoracic Mobility: How It Can Improve Lower Back and Neck Pain

by Eric Bostrom February 23, 2021 5 min read

Often neglected but super important related to neck pain and lower back pain, if you take care of your thoracic spine, it’ll take care of you. Here are two simple tips for thoracic mobility.

Improve Posture Through Exercise and Mindfulness [7 Tips]

by Eric Bostrom January 28, 2021 9 min read

Good posture doesn’t just benefit your body, but it also improves your mind. Try these exercises to bring your physical and mental self into top form.

Suffer from Tech Neck? Combat the Pain For Good

by Eric Bostrom January 20, 2021 6 min read

The next pandemic is literally right under our noses—tech neck. The good news is that fighting it is easy with these simple steps. Here’s how.

9 Most Common Sports Injuries [And What to Do About Them]

by Eric Bostrom January 12, 2021 7 min read

Knowledge is power, and if you know the most common sports injuries, you can avoid the pain altogether or mitigate the pain if you’re injured.

Ergonomics Tips for Combating Back Pain While Working

by Eric Bostrom January 07, 2021 5 min read

With more people working home than ever, back pain is surging. The reasons are bad ergonomics while working. No worries; we’re here to help.

Top 8 All-Natural Pain Killers: Battle Headaches to Back Pain

by Eric Bostrom December 01, 2020 5 min read

We all know the risks of using over the counter medications. Next time you find yourself in pain, you should keep these all-natural pain killers in mind.

What is Active Recovery? How Can it Positively Change My Life?

by Eric Bostrom November 20, 2020 4 min read

What is active recovery? Instead of staying inactive for days, weeks, or even longer, you can remain active to heal faster. Here’s why and how.

What is The Biopsychosocial Approach? Can It Help My Pain?

by Eric Bostrom November 13, 2020 5 min read

What is the biopsychosocial approach? We’re here to answer, and discuss how this technique can provide relief for both acute and long-term back pain.

Gate Control Theory of Pain: What is It and How Can It Benefit Me?

by Eric Bostrom October 23, 2020 4 min read

The Gate Control Theory of pain suggests pain can be controlled with your mind. We take a deeper look at it and explain how you can use it to your advantage.