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How To Relieve Severe Back Pain ?

I have severe back pain that has been bothering me for a few months. Went to the chiropractor and he has helped but it is temporary. What are my next steps? I believe I have a pinched nerve and I know I have discs that are pressing on my neverves. I am also 57 years old. Could I possibly have arthritis?
Wed, 19 Feb 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Back pain in your age is common. I think you are having arthritis of spine. You need to do physiotherapy for longer time as muscle strengthening will take time. You can use diclofenec ointment and muscle relaxant like myoril or myospaz. Also take calcium and methylcobal . You can also wear special belt available for back pain.
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How To Relieve Severe Back Pain ?

Back pain in your age is common. I think you are having arthritis of spine. You need to do physiotherapy for longer time as muscle strengthening will take time. You can use diclofenec ointment and muscle relaxant like myoril or myospaz. Also take calcium and methylcobal . You can also wear special belt available for back pain.