1. Put an ice pack on the painful area within at least 24 hours of an injury. The ice pack can help keep the swelling down and ease the discomfort.
2. Take a hot bath. Heat is know for helping to healing pain.
3. Get some good rest as sleep will help heal the body. If your back is hurting and you want to sleep on your back then place a pillow under your knees. Or you can also lay on your side and place a pillow between your knees.
4. Have a friend, spouse, or a professional give you a massage. If you need a referral then seek the advice from your physician or a friend for the referral.
5. Consider investing in a new mattress as many times a hard mattress or a sagging mattress may contribute to chronic pains. If you are not able to afford a new mattress then consider using a three-quarter-inch thick piece of plywood places in the between the mattress and box spring may be able to help.