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How Can Severe Backache Be Treated?

I am currently being weaned off of using Tramadol for chronic back pain. I have 2 crushed discs T4 T5, What kind of over the counter medicine can I take to relieve the pain. I also have headaches 24/7 which are not as intense since I have been removing tramadol. They prescribed Butrans patch, but that is much stronger than the tramadol and just as addicting.
Wed, 5 Sep 2018
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Hi,



I think for crushed discs the best method of treatment would be surgery and replacement of the discs. Short of that, medically speaking, in addition to Tramadol, you can try:



1. A lumbar belt appropriately sized to the level. This will support the back and reduce the pain.

2. Calcium and Vitamin D supplementation is very helpful.

3. Deca-Durabolin injections can afford a lot of relief.



I have tried to make it as simple as possible.

I would like to see the scan before further suggestions can be recommended.



Hope I have answered your query.

Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How Can Severe Backache Be Treated?

Hi, I think for crushed discs the best method of treatment would be surgery and replacement of the discs. Short of that, medically speaking, in addition to Tramadol, you can try: 1. A lumbar belt appropriately sized to the level. This will support the back and reduce the pain. 2. Calcium and Vitamin D supplementation is very helpful. 3. Deca-Durabolin injections can afford a lot of relief. I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I would like to see the scan before further suggestions can be recommended. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.