My back hurts a little bit but should I just rest or go see a doctor?

Question

I was jogging at the park last friday and the stupid sprinklers came on and I slip and fell on my back. I was able to get up on my own and i could still lift heavy weights without pain. But when i touch the middle part of my back i feel some pain or soreness and also when i lay on my back when i'm sleeeping it hurts a litttle bit.

Answer 1

Maybe it's just bruised.

Answer 2

Sounds like you are just bruised. If you see a doc, he might tell you that, but he might also prescribe some unnecessary pain-killers. Depending on the doctor. If you see a chiropracter, - well, that's risky. Might end up with long term problems after, when all you have to start with is a little bruise.
(I'm not saying chiros are necessarily bad, just that there is always an element of risk involved when you fool around with the human body)
Like my son says about computers: 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it!'

Answer 3

Doctors are saying now that rest actually causes more damage to the area. Rest lets the muscles get stiff which means more pain for you!! Take pain relievers, use a heating pad, and go about normally, but take it easy until it eases up. If not, then go to your doc!

Answer 4

You should go to the doctor. Normally I would say just rest and it will be fine. But you actually fell down, and probably fell down hard. There could be trauma to the area - you should just doublecheck to be sure. My husband once broke his ribs and didn't even realize it.

Answer 5

Probably just a bruise with a torn muscle. I would definitely wait til Monday and see how a little rest makes you feel!

Answer 6

well i dont think u should go to the doctor right now but i say get some rest and put soe ice on it and if it doesnt get any better then u should concider going to a doctor

Answer 7

I would wait a couple more days then think about going to see someone about it.

Answer 8

see a doctor

Answer 9

shoul try a Chiropractic. they really