mineral · for back pain
Magnesium Oxide
Helps the muscles either side of your spine let go of a spasm.
Say that in clinical terms
Magnesium reduces paraspinal muscle spasm by acting as a natural calcium channel blocker and supporting GABA-mediated inhibitory signaling. It also has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties through NMDA receptor modulation.
How strong is the research?
Solid evidence
Only one study
1 paper read, 1 supporting.
Tested as: IV magnesium sulfate (2 weeks) followed by oral magnesium oxide + gluconate (4 weeks) — not glycinate
How much to take
daily
300–400 mg
Supports muscle relaxation and reduces spasm. May help with both acute and chronic back pain.