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Can Pain Medicine Be Continued For Chronic Back Pain?

I have chronic back pain that is in my hips down my legs. I take soma and perc. They help me move because i can barely out of bed. I ve done a lot of hard work like stocking at parts store, cleaning houses, and landscaping work. I need to change my Dr. that excepts my ins. Will i still reciece my pain meds?
Mon, 30 Dec 2013
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Hi,

I have read your problem.

You should get your x-ray lumbosacral spine done in AP and Lateral done send us report or discuss it with your doctor.

Only then further management can be advise.

Avoid heavy weight lifting pushing and pulling heavy objects .

You can take medicine like painkillers + muscle relaxants by discussing it with your doctor.

Apply hot packs for 30 min in morning and evening .

I hope you have get your answer.

Thanks.
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Can Pain Medicine Be Continued For Chronic Back Pain?

Hi, I have read your problem. You should get your x-ray lumbosacral spine done in AP and Lateral done send us report or discuss it with your doctor. Only then further management can be advise. Avoid heavy weight lifting pushing and pulling heavy objects . You can take medicine like painkillers + muscle relaxants by discussing it with your doctor. Apply hot packs for 30 min in morning and evening . I hope you have get your answer. Thanks.