Watch your diet by eating low-fat, nutritious foods, says Dr. Carragee. Wear flat shoes. Heels increase the amount of curvature in your lower back, Dr. Pope says, so wear flat shoes. If you must wear heels at work, wear flats or sneakers to and from the office. Get your calcium.
Women are at increased risk for osteoporosis, which can lead to spinal fractures and back pain.
Maintain bone strength by consuming enough calcium, says Dr. Carragee. Doctors recommend 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams for premenopausal women and 1,500 milligrams for postmenopausal women. Here's what to do when the pain hits. Don't go to bed. While doctors used to recommend bed rest, they now believe it leads to deconditioning of the muscles.