When you get up from your bed move slowly, roll to your side and swing your legs onto the floor. Push off the bed with your arm. To take pressure off your lower back, prop a pillow under your knees or lie on your side with your knees bent. Aspirin and other painkillers can relieve back pain temporarily, but can't correct back problems. Aspirin or one of the many nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, such as ibuprofen, can reduce inflammation and dull the sensation of pain.
Doctors sometimes prescribe stronger analgesics containing codeine.
Cold pack therapy . Injury to the back can cause blood vessels to tear, producing a bruise. Apply for 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off for 2 to 3 hours a day. For best results, lie on your back with your knees bent and place the ice pack under your lower back. Start right after a back strain occurs and continue for three to four days.