im really concerned about your condition yes you need to avoid and do few things till your next meeting with doctor
1-avoid heavy weight lifting
2-avoid forward bending
3-avoid driving and traveling for long distance
4-avoid brisk walk even normal walk too
5-alwaz take a side turn while getting up from bed.
6-apply ice pack for 10mins initially few days and after that hot packs for 15mins thrice daily if in case ice doesnt suit s you apply hot pack.
7-wear back support for few days while walking.
8-avoid prolong standing sitting postion
9-avoid cross sitting position
10-avoid gym and any other exercises
11-
ultrasonic therapy will helps you alot so go for a physio session.
12-firm pillow and mattress is needed
13-reduce weight if you are heavy
14-have lot of water and fibre diet.
take good rest and no
stress take care