Soft beds will make back pain worse - you need firm support. Yes, hydro therapy is not really meant to make pain go away as much as it is meant to allow functioning. The improved functioning allows you to do things like walk. Walking will reduce your pain the more you do it - both physically and emotionally.

I agree with jeremiahgirl though about the herbs (had forgotten those) .. there are many natural things you will find if you look online. I have tried a few, known ppl who have tried others, and just heard of others.. but they are all worth looking into.

I know jeremiahgirl to be correct on the hospitalization process. Lord knows I have been through it enough in my life.

Why did you fall away from the stretches? Were they not helping?

Here is another site that may help:
14 Natural Pain Relievers
Important note: (endorphins can be released in other ways than what is mentioned .. I will give you a link on this as well, but this is part of why walking helps so much - I say part bc walking has many benefits)

Here are some links on releasing endorphins (as well as more info about them):
Endorphins: Effects and how to boost them

How to Increase Endorphins Naturally (Exercise Optional) | Be Brain Fit

Here is info regarding herbs (even food based) that you can use to reduce pain:

The Best Herbs for Natural Pain Relief

This site has info on essential oils for pain relief as well as how to use them .. but if you scroll further down, also gives ideas of other things too

18 Essential Oils for Sore Muscles: Pain Relief, Tension, and Swelling

Here is info on supplements to help pain relief:
https://www.verywellhealth.com/anti-...options-190474

Here is info on vitamins to help pain relief:
https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-b...mation-4176859

That is info to get you started ❤

I hope it helps!