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Suggest Treatment For Back Pain

I just started a prescription of gabapentin for back pain although i do suffer from a seizure disorder that is well under control. It has not relieved the pain and I am gaining a pound of weight a day. Any suggestions? I am going to start titrating myself off the med today.
Thu, 25 Sep 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.
Usually nerve compression cant be seen on x ray you may need MRI for this.
At old age there will be age related spondylitis but if there is any nerve compression then that may need specific treatment.

I will advise you to do MRI spine
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.

Gabapentin can lead to weight gain.

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.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Back Pain

Hello, I have studied your case. Usually nerve compression cant be seen on x ray you may need MRI for this. At old age there will be age related spondylitis but if there is any nerve compression then that may need specific treatment. I will advise you to do MRI spine Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. Gabapentin can lead to weight gain. 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. Wishing you good health. Take care.