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Suggest Treatment For Severe Back Spasms And Pain
Question: I am having severe back spasms along alot of pain with and flexeril isn't helping . What else can I get for this
Brief Answer:
Combination of drugs
Detailed Answer:
Hi thanks for your question.
Usually a combination of drugs is useful in relieving severe musculoskeletal back pain. A muscle relaxant such as flexeril can be a useful adjunct. Other muscle relaxants used short term can also be of benefit ( benzodiazepines such as diazepam ). Tylenol and an regular anti-inflammatory medication can help. If there is a neuralgic element to your pain then pregabalin or gabapentin can also help. If you remain in significant discomfort despite these medication then an opiate such as hydromorphone can be of benefit for short term use.
You should also try and remain XXXXXXX and start physiotherapy as soon as possible.
I hope this answers your question.
Best wishes
Combination of drugs
Detailed Answer:
Hi thanks for your question.
Usually a combination of drugs is useful in relieving severe musculoskeletal back pain. A muscle relaxant such as flexeril can be a useful adjunct. Other muscle relaxants used short term can also be of benefit ( benzodiazepines such as diazepam ). Tylenol and an regular anti-inflammatory medication can help. If there is a neuralgic element to your pain then pregabalin or gabapentin can also help. If you remain in significant discomfort despite these medication then an opiate such as hydromorphone can be of benefit for short term use.
You should also try and remain XXXXXXX and start physiotherapy as soon as possible.
I hope this answers your question.
Best wishes
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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