Ten million of us experience pain daily, which affects our quality of life, says The British Pain Society. But, before you head to your medicine cupboard and knock back another couple of tablets, or splash out on private treatments to ease that bad back or tension headache, try these soothing suggestions instead. From getting frisky to practising mindfulness, there are plenty of at-home remedies to help fix your pain – fast.
Breathe out
‘Breathing techniques can calm your nervous system and reduce muscular tension,’ says osteopath Sam Maddock.