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Suggestions for Lower Back Pain Relief

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randy_85492
randy_85492

I've had lower back pain for many years due to a curvature of my spine and a disintergration of my discs..A back operation might improve things for awhile, but does not appear to be a long-term nor permament solution...In addition to the lower back pain, I experience a lot of pain in my back and legs when I stand or walk for more than 5 minutes..

I use a back brace at times and it helps part of the time..Also, I take Aleve to reduce the pain...Other than that, I try not to have to stand-up for a long time nor walk very far..FYI - I also have artheritis in my left leg which limits my mobility..

I'm 72 yrs old and have other medical problems, but need relief with my back pain ASAP...

Please respond with your suggestions.......THANKS.....

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  • elizabeth20203
    elizabeth20203 randy_85492

    Posted

    Hello Randy, I am sorry your struggling with you pain. Have you asked for pain management, you can ask your GP for a referal. I suffer constant pain and i find Amitriptyline helps with sleep. I also take Gaberpentin and Naproxen. It's difficult to say whats helpful as your pain is different from mine and what works for one doesn't always work for someone else. I suffer Osteo arthritis in my knees and lower spine and struggle to walk sit or stand for more than a few minutes. I havee had my left knee replaced twice and due for my right one soon. I hope you find some suitable pain relief. Please go to your GP and ask for a review of your medications or a referal to a pain clinic. Wishing you the best. 

    Elizabeth.

    • randy_85492
      randy_85492 elizabeth20203

      Posted

      Thanks for your response and suggestion!...We have some similar symptoms...I'm in the U.S. and haven't heard of Pain Clinics, but there may be some. ...I'll request a referral from my PCP/GP as you suggest...

  • jen30things
    jen30things randy_85492

    Posted

    Backs are a right nusicence aren't they randy85492!

    I have a strange muscle wasting problem along my spine with arthritis and im only 29 years! Though I've been told to keep moving which has help to a point but I can appreciate that later stages of arthritis it's not easy to keep moving.

    If I find I stiffen up I find a hot water bottle helps get the blood flowing to my back. Have you tried to seek help from a mobility therapist like a physio or an osteopath?

    Wishing you well!

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