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Suggest Treatment For Numbness And Pain In The Back

hello, exactly a week ago i dove off my friends (low) diving board. i usually do it very well, however this time i believe my lower body flopped when i hit the water and it felt like someone punched me in the back... it still hurts, feels numb when i sit down, and hurts very bad when i try to correct my posture, lean forward or back... please help, i need to know if it is serious or not (age: 16, height: 5'7'', weight:117)
Fri, 26 Sep 2014
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Hello,Thanks for your query.After going through your query I came to know that you probably are suffering from muscular pain or lumbar disc prolapse. It can be confirmed by MRI scan.For muscular pain rest and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective) for 4-5 days will be beneficial. For disc prolapse there are two treatment options.First option is Rest in position of relief(generally lateral position with both knee bend),NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as ultracet three times a day after meals) is required. OMEPRAZOLE before meals prevent acidity caused by analgesics . This method needs patience as it take longer treatment times sometimes up to 6 months.Second option is go for surgical operation(Discectomy). You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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Suggest Treatment For Numbness And Pain In The Back

Hello,Thanks for your query.After going through your query I came to know that you probably are suffering from muscular pain or lumbar disc prolapse. It can be confirmed by MRI scan.For muscular pain rest and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective) for 4-5 days will be beneficial. For disc prolapse there are two treatment options.First option is Rest in position of relief(generally lateral position with both knee bend),NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as ultracet three times a day after meals) is required. OMEPRAZOLE before meals prevent acidity caused by analgesics . This method needs patience as it take longer treatment times sometimes up to 6 months.Second option is go for surgical operation(Discectomy). You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care