I suffer from chronic back pain which can occur in any region of the back
I also suffer from chronic pain along my shoulder and spine. Do you find any relief?
I use pain management such as pain medicine to ease the suffering and improve quality of life. 
I find heat and ice work well. I also use epson salt to soak in. I get massage quite regularly. I hate pain medication as it tears up my stomach and makes me ill most times i take it.
I understand that, as pain is already such a distressing feeling. What else would you recommend?
I do recieve injections also to help with pain. Since taking medicine long term are not good for my stomach. These injections are a life saver, and help manage my pain tremendously. I am able to live a pretty good life.
That is great. I take analgesics and anxiolytics sometimes rather than heavy pain medicine to keep a clear mind.
yes medicines give me brain fog for sure, I take light pain meds on a regular basis. I also use pepermint oil to sooth my muscle and rub that into my skin after a shower. It help relax the muscles from tightening a bit in my case.