We’ll also discuss some useful accessories and coping mechanisms to decompress achy backs and take the pressure off when you’re in the act.

Doggy Style

For both the giver and receiver, this sex position should be comfortable if you suffer from bad backs. If coming down to your elbow feels too intense, support yourself with your hands instead, pressing down into all your fingers equally so your wrist doesn’t take all the pressure. If you’ve been sitting all day or leaning forward, this one’s worth a shot.

Missionary

Ok, maybe you were expecting something more exciting, but if spinal movement causes even slight pain, it’s the way to go. If you’re penetrating, hands can be used as support, and you can either kneel on your knees or lie on your partner. For the receiver, it’s a delicious relief if you put your knees up, drawn in towards the chest, and place a rolled towel under the lower back.

Sitting on the Lap

This sex position can take a sensual lap dance to the next level. By sitting on your partner’s lap, either with pillows on the bed or in a chair, you get more control over the position of your back. Sitting on a chair helps the partner on top by minimizing flexion and stabilizing those back muscles which tend to spasm.

Seated Oral

Oral isn’t the most comfortable if you have a bad back. It can be tough to keep your spine straight during this (very tempting to arch) but by using a straight-backed chair, you can actually align your spine against it and easily reposition if needed. If your back pain is due to sitting all day, consider going into a doggy sex position and letting your partner perform oral from behind.

Besides these sex positions, we have some additional tips if you suffer from bad back pain but still want to play:

1. Move with hips and knees instead of initiating with the spine.

2. Use pillows and rolled towels liberally for added support. Experiment with using them under the hips, back, tailbone, or neck.

3. If you can afford it, invest in some intimate furniture which can help reduce pressure. Our favorite line is by Liberator, who offers everything from Kama Sutra inspired chaises to wedge and ramp combos that increase the intensity and reduce pain.

4. Be honest with your partner! If you just try to power through to impress the other person, you’ll end up doubled over in pain. Communication is sexy – take advantage of it.

How to Deal With Back Pain After Sex

1. After your session, take a bath with Epsom salts and lavender essential oil. Both of these relax muscles and prime you for a night of restful sleep.

2. Utilize CBD or an OTC pain med of your choice.

3. Ask your partner to follow up that orgasm with a massage on the tender spots. Is there anything better?

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Sure, single people might think that this is the best time to be cuffed up, but not everyone is getting what they want out of their intimate lives with their partner, especially since we’re stressing over the news cycle every day.

If you’re worried you’re going to go broke, arguing over chores and stuck in the same house all the time, a rut is to be expected. Here are our top tips on how to get out of an intimacy drought in your relationship and feel sensual again.

Make It a Priority

Even though stress seems to be dominating everyone’s lives right now, you should let yourself indulge in well-tended sex life. To do that, both of you need to get on the same page and make it a priority. If you both care enough to make it happen, that’s what matters. Then again, be sensitive to your partner’s mental health right now and set some small measured goals to improve your intimacy drought.

Try Something New, or Work on Your Technique

If you guys prefer to keep things vanilla, consider honing your technique on a particular move that your partner loves. Otherwise, consider trying something new (within both of your comfort zones, of course). Turn the candles on, get the blindfold, and prepare for a night full of adventures. Don’t be afraid to ask your partner if there’s anything they’ve wanted to try, and be equally honest when they ask you.

Invest in a We-Vibe If You’re Long Distance

Long-distance relationships generally suck and are even worse when you throw a pandemic into the mix. If there’s no way to get intimate with your partner, consider an app or remote-controlled vibrator like the hands-free We-Vibe Sync, which lets you control their vibrations from afar with a wireless remote.

Get to Know Your Body

You know your body best after all…or, do you? The best way to get your mojo back is to have a steamy date night with yourself. Even if you’re in a relationship right now, using a toy or masturbating another way can sometimes bring back all the sexual confidence you need. Explore every inch of yourself without shame and embarrassment – maybe you can even invite your hubby to watch if you feel comfortable doing so.

Keep It Real

Most importantly, don’t let the elephant in the room take over your relationship. To get back to your normal level of bedroom spiciness, you have to always be real with each other, and not tiptoe around the subject. Otherwise, resentment might grow, and performance anxiety could also pop up when you do try to get freaky.

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