Yesturday I had to lift 70 lbs. Which is too much for me. I can't really lift with my knees, as best as I can with my back, so that's why I have a terribly sore back right now. It hurts to move it any which way and do anything with it. Anything I can do to make my back feel better?
2007-02-17 03:17:07 · 8 answers · asked by Sarah K 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
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2007-02-17 03:19:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may have a slipped or herniated disc. However, once diagnosed by a doctor through MRI's or X-Ray's this problem could eventually be treated and reversed through exercises, medicines diet and exercise. The plan for treatment all depends on the diagnosis, but the prognosis could be fair to good. Go see your doctor to determine exactly what the problem is. Who knows, you could be pulling a muscle that you didn't even know about, it could be something that simple. Also, try to take a hot bath and soak. When you're done, apply a cold press or an ice pack for 15 minutes or so. Stay relaxed, stay off your feet and keep taking Tylenol or Advil to reduce pain. Sit up straight (no slouching). If possible, have somebody give you a back massage. That can really help too. Get lots of rest!!! Good luck!
2007-02-19 07:00:59 · answer #2 · answered by Kristy ♪♫♪ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you so sure it's your muscles?
Go see a chiropractor. Many people think that their back pain is muscle pain but all too many times it the spine out of adjustment and the 4th and 5th lumbar are the main ones to go out so easily.
If it is your spine, the doctor (chiropractor) can adjust you and have you back to your old self in a few visits. It's a slightly slow process but don't give up on it. It's worked for me MANY times in the past and the best part is, no pills.
2007-02-17 03:24:31 · answer #3 · answered by Kevin A 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Molasses - a couple of swigs or Bananas 1 or 2 - both contain magnesium and potassium for muscles.
Try working with the principles taught in The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies.
I use a chiropractor and massage therapist with it.
2007-02-20 15:07:19 · answer #4 · answered by Keko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try a heating pad and some ibuprofen (advil etc) if that does not work you may need a muscle relaxant, that will need to be prescribed by a doctor, if you have something like valium that will also work and rest (not laying on a sofa or bed but rather on a firm chair) no bending and no lifting as that will make the pain worse.
2007-02-17 03:20:09 · answer #5 · answered by lportil 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try taking a warm bath to relax the muscles followed by some icy hot, and that bayer back and body stuff seems to work for my husband
2007-02-17 03:20:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
1st take a nice warm bath, 2nd have a 1 hour massage...it will make your mucles relaxed, 3rd rest, 4th bengay....and if you back hurts after you lift weights, that means that you dont lift them properly. when you lift weight you should always bend your legs so that your back wont get hurt easily.
2007-02-17 03:24:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-25 22:17:36 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
anyhow it will take time to feel better.
meantime try something usefull tips -
1. take warm water bath and try to do one exersise --bend forward and backward very gently and slowly.
2. dont sit in one position for long hour (as infront of ur pc)
3. dont take too much wt. on your arm for a month atleast.
2007-02-17 03:28:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try having it massaged or get a spa..
2007-02-17 03:20:23 · answer #10 · answered by je_ivy_an 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋