2007-03-27 19:26:29 · 12 answers · asked by satishfreeman 5 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Back pain is extremely common in today's society. More than 65 million Americans suffer from back pain every year. In fact back pain is the most common reason why people seek medical care.
Thanks to medical advances and technology there are now numerous treatment options for people who suffer from back pain. But, just as each patient is an individual, not all options are available or appropriate for everyone. If you are a back pain sufferer, talk to your doctor about which treatment options are best for you.
The following is a brief discussion about the most commonly used treatments for back pain available today.
Drug Therapies
Today, patients have a wide variety of medications to choose from to treat their back pain. Some drugs not only relieve pain but also work to reduce inflammation and relax muscle tension and spasm. However, many of these medications, even those available without a prescription, can have serious side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking any medications for back pain.
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) include aspirin, ibuprofen, Naproxen®, Ketoprofen® and many more. Anti-inflammatory medications help reduce swelling and inflammation and promote healing. When taken in low doses, NSAIDs work as mild analgesics. When taken in higher doses and on a regular basis, enough of the drug builds up to have a true anti-inflammatory effect.
COX-2 Inhibitors are a new type of NSAID and include celecoxib (brand name Celebrex®). These medications, approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), allow patients to take higher doses without the accompanying gastrointestinal side effects from conventional NSAIDs.
Acetaminophen such as Tylenol®, Anacin-3®, Phenaphen®, Valadol®, and other brands are analgesics. Analgesic medications are used to treat acute or some forms of chronic pain. They are the most common alternatives to NSAIDs. Acetaminophen can be used alone or in combination with NSAIDs. Liver and kidney damage are potential serious side effects of acetaminophen use.
Opioids such as morphine and codeine, meperidine (Demerol®), or oxycodone-release (Oxycontin®) are rarely used and only if pain is severe. Due to their addictive nature, these drugs are not routinely prescribed, as many physicians believe they do more harm than good.
Muscle Relaxants such as cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril®), diazepam (Valium®), carisoprodol (Soma®), or methocarbamol (Robaxin®) are often prescribed for severe pain. However, some experts believe that NSAIDs are just as effective.
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2007-03-27 19:38:31 · answer #1 · answered by dhaarvi2002 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Back pain is a very common problem, and it is mostly due to bad posture, or straining in an inappropriate position. All of those things you mention will help in pain relief, but ONLY EXERCISE, and PROPER EXERCISE will cause complete cure. Consult a sports medicine specialist to guide you. Also remember that exercise for a few days will not help. Keep doing it even after you're fine.
2007-03-27 19:57:36 · answer #2 · answered by Abhijeet Mhaskar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First get a Chiropractic adjustment. That will guarantee that your back is in good alignment.
A good massage will certainly help the sore muscles (use a pain relieving cream to massage with . (get a friend or a spouse to help you out).
A couple Excedrin every 4 hours to relieve the pain.
I hope these will help. Just went to my Chiro yesterday for an adjustment and a massage. Boy do I feel better today.
2007-03-28 00:47:40 · answer #3 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ibuprofen in the best over the counter medicine. Take it with food if it upsets your stomach. Also, maybe Icy-Hot would be good, if you have someone that can apply it for you. For a non-medicinal remedy I suggest going to a physical therapist if you have insurance. Also, try Kinesio Tex tapes. If applied correctly it can alleviate most if not all the pain. you can order it online.
Try this website www.kinesio-tape.com.
Good luck!!!
2007-03-27 19:42:59 · answer #4 · answered by ariana2030 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't use tablets unless & until it is a critical stage. b cos usually they give side effects.
Since back pains arised from bones, it is better to do some physiotherapic excersises. For temp solution u can go for pain balms.
2007-03-27 21:03:26 · answer #5 · answered by tdrajagopal 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a video CD of Baba Ramdev from the market, observe the PRANAYAMs and other specific Yogas and try it at home. I think this is the best medicine for your back pain
2007-03-27 19:41:44 · answer #6 · answered by ujjal m 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you should avoid oral medication, indiscriminate use of which are harmful for kidney and liver...
there are sprays and lotions with applicators, sold across counters of medical stores in India ans US...
there are electric heating pads for back ache... these are the best and give relief with 2 - 3 heating cycles... use the heating pads only about a couple of hours after applying balm or spray
2007-03-27 19:46:10 · answer #7 · answered by Harish Jharia 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fish oil capsules work best for me. Try different ones until you find the best for you. Check at the Health Food store or add kippered snacks to your diet every day. This has worked for me aand in my practice for many years.
You should see your doc if it doesn't stop.
2007-03-27 20:16:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
unless we know your history of the type of pain it is not right to give any opinion... any of the above can work if the pain is ordinary.... if it is recurring .. consult a doctor.. good one
2007-03-27 19:38:52 · answer #9 · answered by pali@yahoo.com 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yoga is the best medicine for back pain.
2007-03-27 19:39:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋