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What Causes Soreness And Pain In Back And Ribs?
Question: sometimes as I am working around the house or doing various other activities my back will start hurting. the muscle will seize sometimes or just feel really sore. I haven't been doing anything to make them sore and it doesn't always hurt but its really bad at certain times when I move different ways. I ride horses and I did land on my upper back and head when I came off. my legs going over to I ended up rolling back to my feet. I had pain in my back and ribs some after that. my back and neck had been out but I have been adjusted by the chiropractor twice. is this pain that keeps reoccurring something I should be concerned with?
Brief Answer:
You can do required investigation after consulting your doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Most probable reason for your symptoms could be postural problem as you may be due to fall on back.
When such patient comes to my hospital we usually take x ray spine or if required MRI to see for any nerve compression.
Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.
Some exercises which can be done after pain has reduced include- Spine extension exercises, lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.
Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay
Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.
You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.
Some life style modifications to prevent pain– Take break every 40 min from work and do some lumbar rotation, stretches, walk and get back to work. Sit with taking support to your back.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
You can do required investigation after consulting your doctor.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Take care.
Regards
Dr XXXXXXX
You can do required investigation after consulting your doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Most probable reason for your symptoms could be postural problem as you may be due to fall on back.
When such patient comes to my hospital we usually take x ray spine or if required MRI to see for any nerve compression.
Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.
Some exercises which can be done after pain has reduced include- Spine extension exercises, lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.
Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay
Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.
You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.
Some life style modifications to prevent pain– Take break every 40 min from work and do some lumbar rotation, stretches, walk and get back to work. Sit with taking support to your back.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
You can do required investigation after consulting your doctor.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Take care.
Regards
Dr XXXXXXX
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
would bending over when working at a desk or something like it make it hurt? and hurt more often
Brief Answer:
Yes this may hurt
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Our spine if positioned erect then all muscles are working in optimal position.
Bending forward and working will give excessive strain on muscles leading to pain.
So follow ergonomics while working at desk and avoid similar position while doing other work.
Spine extension exercises will help you.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Take care.
Regards
Dr XXXXXXX
Yes this may hurt
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Our spine if positioned erect then all muscles are working in optimal position.
Bending forward and working will give excessive strain on muscles leading to pain.
So follow ergonomics while working at desk and avoid similar position while doing other work.
Spine extension exercises will help you.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Take care.
Regards
Dr XXXXXXX
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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