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Suggest Remedy For Lower Back Pains
Question: I have been having lower back pains every time I walk uphill or bend over - I think it has effected my spinal nerves - sciatic related I think.
Brief Answer:
Lumbar disk seems affected
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
From your description it seems that there may be lumbar disc compression or even herniation.
Most back pains if milkd, recover spontaneously within 1 month. If not so, then an evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon is needed. He may do Xray of the spine and even MRI after examining you.
Till you see an orthopedic surgeon please continue the following:
- Pain killers like ibuprofen or diclofenac only when pain is present
- Avoid lifting heavy weights.
- Avoid any exercises of the back
- Semi soft or orthopedic mattress for sleeping
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
Lumbar disk seems affected
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
From your description it seems that there may be lumbar disc compression or even herniation.
Most back pains if milkd, recover spontaneously within 1 month. If not so, then an evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon is needed. He may do Xray of the spine and even MRI after examining you.
Till you see an orthopedic surgeon please continue the following:
- Pain killers like ibuprofen or diclofenac only when pain is present
- Avoid lifting heavy weights.
- Avoid any exercises of the back
- Semi soft or orthopedic mattress for sleeping
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
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