Hello... I have suffered from upper and lower back pain for 14 years due to a car wreck. I deal with it everyday and I know what is causing it. I am however having a completely different problem today and it started yesterday while I was deep cleaning my mom's house. The stabbing pain is on the left side of my back ranging from my shoulder blade down to my kidney. I also have the same pain in my right shoulder (from the top to my neck). The pain is tingly and stabbing at the same time. When I move the pain changes and I can get into a position where I don't feel it at all. Does anyone with experience know if the problem I'm having has to do with nerves or simply pulled muscles? I've had many sore muscles in my days but have never felt anything like this. I'm mainly asking because I know I won't be able to get in to see my doctor until at least Monday and I need to know if I should take it easy or try to continue moving around. I appreciate any advice I can get. Thanks!
2006-11-21 23:54:18 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
It does seem like a nerve problem, probably compression of a nerve(s). Do not strain your back. Complete bed rest, OTC medication to relieve the pain and consult the doc asap. A CT/MRI would be needed to confirm.
Hope that helps
Rgds
Lex
2006-11-22 01:17:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Much better if you really see a doctor, but i think that has something to do with your nerve, spinal cord and what do they call the disc in our back, they can see your problem through diagnostic examination such as CT SCAN,MRI or even X- ray, there are some pain relievers that you can take to lessen the pain that you experience ask you doctor about it.
2006-11-22 00:02:37 · answer #2 · answered by merlan 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hopefully just muscle.
Try taking a long hot bath and that should help ease the muscle pain. Other than that you should be able to find someone to come and give you a massage which also might help.
2006-11-21 23:59:35 · answer #3 · answered by usually2right 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have 5 herniated disks and arthritus in my back. But at times I have a pain that I desribe just like you in the same places. I am told it is stres or a pinched nerve. I put my heating pad on my back and it usually does the trick for a little while.
2006-11-22 00:03:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have two herniated discs. Three surgeons wanted to operate, but I avoided it. I started doing yoga and it has helped incredibly. As long as I do it regularly, I don't have any problems. I started by taking some classes, but now do it at home with DVDs. It also helps with firming up the middle, flexibilty, and relaxation.
2006-11-21 23:58:24 · answer #5 · answered by Damien C 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
sounds like muscles, definitely.
try a hot shower with the water massaging the affected area.
stress could also be a big factor...find a way to relax...hot milk and classical music, a funny movie, something that makes you feel better emotionally.
and a couple of handfuls of advil!
hope you feel better soon!
2006-11-21 23:58:25 · answer #6 · answered by sharrron 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i have fibro and arthritis.it sounds like you over did it a little.go to the er and tell them exactley what you said here. it could be wear and tear over the years and its just starting to kick in,my sympathy to you.i hope you feel better soon!
2006-11-22 02:12:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
go with the chiropractic!do not kid about it,there are some clinic specially on it,like one in rhode island i think it is called back clinic.
2006-11-22 00:56:32 · answer #8 · answered by ticoguana 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋