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It is often the case that people visiting a place for the first time head for the main tourist hub and never manage to escape the ‘tourist traps’. When these people return home and talk to their friends who have been to the same area they often realize that they didn’t make good enough use of their time; that they weren’t adventurous enough. In order to avoid that sense of regret for all those planning on going to Koh Phangan for the first time, I have compiled this short list of highlights.

1)    The number one attraction of Koh Phangan is undoubtedly the Full Moon Party or FMP as it’s also called. Just 10 minutes away by bike or taxi from Haad Rin is the small village of Ban Tai. At Mac Bay in Ban Tai is the Black Moon Party, and in the jungle 5 minutes up the Thong Nai Pan road is the Half Moon Party. Both are well organized parties with 1 main stage. They are well attended events that all serious party heads shouldn’t miss.
2)    There is a walking trail from Haad Rin north to the small beach of Haad Yuan. It is a beautiful secluded beach without mains electricity that seems a million miles away from the noise and crowds of Haad Rin. It takes about an hour to walk to Haad Yuan. You can catch a longtail boat back to Haad Rin if you are too tired for the return journey.
3)    Koh Phangan’s highest mountain is Khao Ra. It takes about 2 hours to reach the summit and on the way is a great waterfall called Phaeng Waterfall. The views along the trek are great and it gives you the chance to see something of the unspoiled interior of the island.
4)    Another waterfall worth visiting is Than Sadet waterfall. This waterfall is near the quiet hippy beach of Than Sadet. For Thais it is a place of pilgrimage because 3 Kings of Thailand have carved their initials on a rock near the waterfall.
5)    Tucked away in the north east of the island are the two gorgeous beaches of Thong Nai Pan Noi and Thong Nai Pan Yai. They are set in a lush amphitheater of mountains and are often regarded as the best beaches on Koh Phangan.
6)    Koh Ma, Haad Yao and Haad Salad on the west coast of Koh Phangan all have coral reefs just off shore. They are great for snorkeling and contain lots of marine life.
7)    The main town on the island is Thongsala. It is a great spot for souvenir shopping. At night there is a lively night market with the cheapest food in Koh Phangan. It is a must for those wanting to experience authentic Thai culture.

I’ve confined my list to seven items so people on a short holiday can do one thing a day and still have plenty of time for mingling with the herds in Haad Rin.

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Many people who experience back pain when sitting regard it as more of a nuisance than an actual condition which needs treatment. They seem to be pleasantly unaware of the amount of pressure exerted on their back while in a sitting position. Back pain when sitting usually occurs when a person has been seated for long periods of time. There are a number of treatments which can be applied for a person to recover from back pain when sitting.

Massage therapy is a popular treatment for back pain when sitting. A massage relaxes the back muscles and can therefore reduce the pain in the back muscles. Aside from lessening back pain when sitting, massage recreation techniques help circulate the blood. Improved blood circulation can aid in a person’s recovery from muscle tenderness caused by physical activities. Massages also have the ability to increase the production of endorphins in the body. Endorphins are proteins which help in making people feel good; thus, it is quite successful in handling chronic back pain when sitting. However, people with lower back pain must not rely on the effects of a massage alone.

Exercise routines and simple stretching can help reduce back pain from sitting. For people whose situations involve them to be seated for long hours (e.g. desk jobs, traveling, driving etc.), it is recommended that they stand up, stretch or walk around at least once every hour. In this way, one can eliminate foot and leg cramps as well as back pain when sitting. Exercise routines like morning jogging can also reduce back pain from cramped muscles and slouching. This lifestyle, coupled with a massage every now and then, can greatly reduce the chances of you acquiring lower or middle back pain when sitting.

A faulty sitting posture may very well damage your back and eventually cause back pain when sitting. For this reason, people who suffer from back pain need to correct their postures or find a chair which will not aggravate their back pain when sitting. Luckily for them, there are products out in the market which can do just that. Back pain chairs, also labeled as ergonomic chairs, oftentimes come as adjustable products in order to support the backs of various customers with different body builds. These chairs were intended to diminish the intensity of back pain when sitting for an extended time.

Treatment methods for back pain when sitting are determined by the severity of the person’s situation or condition. Bed rest has long since disappeared as a form of treatment for back pain. Instead, doctors are now urging people to live physically active lives to prevent any future onslaught of back pain when sitting. Chronic and low-grade pain may respond to a warm compress. If this doesn’t work, try using a cold compress instead.

Many people will consider physical therapy when experiencing back pain when sitting. However, physical therapy is useful for cases in which the pain lasts for more than two weeks after medical treatment. It may also be necessary if the person has experienced numerous bouts of pain during the previous year.

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