I have aching pain and swelling along the spine. what are some ways to help it feel better?

Back pain: Rest, ice, nsaids, purified omega, pt/modalities/laser/tens, massage, yoga, pilates. See orthopedic or spine doc if having radicular pain.

Back pain: Acute phase use ice and anti-inflammatories if ok with your doc. Once stable, stretching either with chiropractor of physical therapy can really assist with pain.

Yoga: Yoga is great for improving posture, flexibility, balance, and strengthening of the core musculature. All of these can help back pain significantly。.