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How To Diagnose Bruise And Muscle Tightness In Lower Back Caused After Injury?

Hi i fell on my back while snowboarding and the area above my buttocks is beginning to bruise. i have no pain on the left side while the right side where i impacted mostly is where the discomfort is coming from. I have movement in every way and i can walk fine. Is this most likely a bone bruise or? Because the spot is sore and the muscles around the area are tight
Mon, 22 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have bruise and muscle tightness in lower back caused after injury. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like compressed fracture , hematoma , disc problem or soft tissue injury . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses several times a days , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination. Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , drain hematoma or recommend surgery in severe case .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Diagnose Bruise And Muscle Tightness In Lower Back Caused After Injury?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have bruise and muscle tightness in lower back caused after injury. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like compressed fracture , hematoma , disc problem or soft tissue injury . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses several times a days , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination. Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , drain hematoma or recommend surgery in severe case . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari