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How To Get A Long Term Relief From Back Pain?

I have been told there is nothing that can be done for my back pain. I have bulging discs, bone spurs, and arthritis in L4, L5, and S1. Also, osteoporosis. I have multiple compression fractures from T12 and above. I keep being given pain medications and just want to know if there is long-term relief or if I m going to have to live with meds that make me sleepy and grouchy. Thank you.
Fri, 25 Jul 2014
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Hello,

I have studied your case and reports with diligence.

Check your bone strength with DEXA SCAN and you can start medication according to level of osteoporosis,
And also check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.

I will advise you to do regular physiotherapy and exercises as my patients find much relief by these therapies.

You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case you need to take diet rich in calcium and vitamin D.

Vertebroplasty may help you if wedge compression is more.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion. Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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How To Get A Long Term Relief From Back Pain?

Hello, I have studied your case and reports with diligence. Check your bone strength with DEXA SCAN and you can start medication according to level of osteoporosis, And also check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. I will advise you to do regular physiotherapy and exercises as my patients find much relief by these therapies. You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case you need to take diet rich in calcium and vitamin D. Vertebroplasty may help you if wedge compression is more. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion. Wishing you good health. Take care.