Ensuring your bedroom is the right temperature for a restful night’s sleep is a good place to start, Beattie suggests. “Having a bedroom that’s hot and stuffy, or too cool, could cause you to have a restless night’s sleep. Think about the tog rating of your duvet: a lighter one is best in summer and a heavier one is best to support sleep in winter. Focus on creating an environment that’s comfortable for you and gives your body the opportunity to have a restful night sleep.”

Having a hot bath before bed can also help your body to feel cooler once you’re in bed, as the hot water will cause your body’s cooling response to kick in. This cooling effect can also make it easier for you to fall asleep, as the drop in temperature stimulates the release of the sleep hormone, melatonin.

3. See an expert

If you’re struggling with persistent back pain, it’s time to seek professional help.

“Reassuringly, most episodes of back pain will resolve naturally over time,” Beattie says. “But for those stubborn episodes that don’t resolve as quickly as you would have hoped, musculoskeletal experts – such as physiotherapists, musculoskeletal clinicians and rehabilitation specialists – can support you with your recovery by providing tailored programmes consisting of advice, coaching, and tailored exercise programmes, with your goals at the core.”

A GP appointment is a good place to start, as they should be able to refer you to any specialists or recommend additional treatments.

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