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What Causes Chronic Pain In Lower Back And Legs?

I have chronic lower back pain and achy legs. Worse when I first get up in the morning. Pressing on different spots on my legs actually hurts. Have had circulation test in legs. Was negative. Any ideas how to get relief without taking over-the-counter pain relievers?
Thu, 31 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have chronic pain in lower back and legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like discs injury , sciatica , spinal stenosis , arthritis or spondylitis . In your case it seems to me that the symptoms are due to injury and as you said that there is nerve compression . I would suggest you to to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and vitamin supplement for quick recovery . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , which will be very effective . For now take proper rest , do not lift heavy object , apply warm compresses to back and leg and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Chronic Pain In Lower Back And Legs?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have chronic pain in lower back and legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like discs injury , sciatica , spinal stenosis , arthritis or spondylitis . In your case it seems to me that the symptoms are due to injury and as you said that there is nerve compression . I would suggest you to to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and vitamin supplement for quick recovery . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , which will be very effective . For now take proper rest , do not lift heavy object , apply warm compresses to back and leg and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari