What Causes Back Pain Along With Muscle Twitches?

Posted on Mon, 25 Sep 2017

Question: I'm a 27 yo female. I have been experiencing right side/back pain for about a week now. Also have been having some miscle twitching. Otc mesications & heat have not helped.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Most likely ligament sprain . need further details please .

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear

Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* This seems in relation with ligament sprain .

Kindly provide further details so that I can answer your query completely .

1. Exact site - upper back or lower back of ribs ( in relation to scapula bone ) .
2. Whether it followed after some strainful work say sudden bending or else .
3. Pain - intensity , severity , frequency , radiation if anywhere .

Awaiting for your details .

Regards .

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (22 hours later)

It starts at my low rib area on my side and goes around to my mid back under my scapula. I did help lift a patient a week ago at work. Also is an aching pain that is pretty much there throughout they day.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Ligament or muscular sprain . explanations given .

Detailed Answer:
Welcome
Thanks for the details .

* Most likely ligament or muscular sprain .

* Suggestions for better recovery

- Alternate application of ice pack and heating pad 5 - 6 times a day .
- Tab. ibuprofen ( 400 ) mg every 6 hourly after meals .
- Avoid sudden bending or weight lifting .
- Local application of analgesic spray or ointment helps a lot .

* Follow up recommended after 2 days about the progress for deciding
future need of ultrasound examination or physiotherapy .

Wishing you fine recovery from this .
Welcome for any further assistance .

Regards .

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad