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What Causes Swollen And Painful Lower Back And Buttock After Injury?

Hi, I feel down on stairs yesterday. between my lower back and buttocks is swollen and painful when even the lightest pressure is applied. My mid spine also hurts but not unbearable. my neck is also slightly swollen and painful. should i be concern. I took pain killers (advil) and applied muscle rub
Mon, 6 Feb 2017
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Hello,
Swelling on the low back and neck suggest a fracture.
Due to this you are having sore upper back.
An X-ray is required to confirm the diagnosis
You need to avoid spinal movements
A lumbar belt would be good to provide back support and movement restrictions
Icing will help to reduce the swelling.
Depending upon the kind of fracture treatment will be decided (conservative or surgery)
As in conservative approach you will require to were a brace or a lumbar support.
Physical therapy rehabilitation is required for complete recovery.
Hope this helps you
thank you

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What Causes Swollen And Painful Lower Back And Buttock After Injury?

Hello, Swelling on the low back and neck suggest a fracture. Due to this you are having sore upper back. An X-ray is required to confirm the diagnosis You need to avoid spinal movements A lumbar belt would be good to provide back support and movement restrictions Icing will help to reduce the swelling. Depending upon the kind of fracture treatment will be decided (conservative or surgery) As in conservative approach you will require to were a brace or a lumbar support. Physical therapy rehabilitation is required for complete recovery. Hope this helps you thank you