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How Can A Pulled Lower Back Muscle Be Treated?

I’m 61 years old stage 4 kidney cancer and rheumatoid arthritis. I take oral chemo 30 mg prednisone, morphine 3 x daily and oxycodine as needed . I thought I pulled a muscle in my lower back 10 days ago. Pain meds are not helping. Added muscle relaxer still no relief. Ice heat and some limited stretching. Have lost bladder control. Feels like I’m crushing my lower back bones when I stand. Planning to see my GP tomorrow. I don’t know if I can take the pain for 3-4 more weeks. Any suggestions? Thank you in advance for your time.
Mon, 16 Jul 2018
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

A pulled muscle can be treated with oral muscle relaxants and rest. Local analgesic gel can also help.

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Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal's  Response
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The pulled muscle can be relieved with rest and oral muscle relaxants. Hot compress and oral muscle relaxants will also help.

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How Can A Pulled Lower Back Muscle Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. A pulled muscle can be treated with oral muscle relaxants and rest. Local analgesic gel can also help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.