what is a good way to cure back pain?

Question

I have been stretching, walking, using a heating bag, warm bath, drinking plenty of water, but it all only helps temporarily. The only thing that seems to work is pain relievers, but i dont want to depend on only that. My major back muscle is so cramped up, it feels like a rock. My tail bone has a semi pinching pain, and half my upper body hangs down that i am walking like igor, has anyone had anything work for them in this similiar situation, or should i just go see a doctor or chiropractor, it has been on and off for the last month.

Answer 1

you could have a herniated disc in the spinal cord, so it compresses one of the nerves, that is why it is causing the pain

if that is the case , of course, there is nothing that you can do to relieve the pain

doctors have to take x-ray in order to see what is wrong with the spine

Answer 2

You are absolutely not a bad person for taking pain medication. Sometimes it's really necessary. Have I actually had something other than medication heal the pain? Yes. Just last week I had a bad migraine brewing as our community choir practice started. As I sang the beautiful, complex music of the Messiah and the baroque song in German we were working on, the pain totally went away and stayed away. Whether it was the diversion or the music itself I don't know for certain. I just know it worked. I am able to "think away" some pain as well, usually more minor pain. I've found that pressure point massage therapy has healed much muscle pain I've had. I've also had amazing experiences with prayer healing the pain - and the illness or injury that caused the pain. For some types heat takes it away while for other kinds ice packs work better. I have also had many times when the only thing that would take care of it was medication. Do what works for you, and what you feel comfortable using and don't worry about what anyone else says. That's between you and your doctor.

Answer 3

It sounds like you suffer from sciatica. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body and it passes through a channel surrounded by muscle in the hip. When those muscles weaken, this causes pressure on the sciatic nerve and severe back pain and often numbness or pain running down the leg. While it would seem that rest would be the best medicine, just the opposite its true. Physical exercise is the only way to treat and reverse sciatica.

When this would happen to me, I would go to the gym and use a back machine that allowed me to push back against a padded roller with my upper back which caused the muscles in my lower back and hips to work. Start out easy, easy and with light weight; then work up to as much weight as you can push with your back. How fast does it work? I felt better the moment I got off the machine.

Answer 4

How can realigning a misaligned spine be a temporary fix? Could it be, because a chiropractor recommends that you get an adjustment regularly, it would give the impression that it didn't work the first time? Thats like saying, "don't get a cavity in your tooth fixed, cause the dentist will recommend that you continue to brush your teeth and have them cleaned regularly."

Most everyone walking the face of the planet could use an adjustment. I have been a chiropractic assistant for over 5 years and have never seen a patient walk in our clinic that didn't need an adjustment! Don't let someone scare you about something that could help to correct your problem because of their ignorance.

I would consult a chiropractor. If your problem is one that he/she cannot treat, they are bound by the law to refer you to someone who can. But most of the time, an adjustment can get things going in the right direction for you. Also, acupuncture and massage could be helpful in easing the muscle tension and pain.

Answer 5

I've always believed that the body is a metaphor of your life.

Back problems might signify a problem with stability.

I have a friend with debilitating back problems. He's very overweight, takes meds, has had major hospital trips and owns a wheelchair for the rough times.

he also isnt trying to move out or get a job.

I think his back pain will go away when he can support himself. First, figuratively, then literally.

Answer 6

You should see an osteopath immediatly. Doctors will just give you pain killers, they will not look at the cause.

An osteopath will be able to reduce any tightness you have and tell you what the problem is.

Go ASAP - you have put up with the pain long enough!!!

Answer 7

A sports massage given by a physiotherapist or well-trained masseuse. Learn more about posture when sitting, standing, walking, running. Go to multiple sources on the internet (google is grand, ain't it?) and possibly invest in a pair of MBT trainers. For me, they worked wonders. Maybe not for everyone, though.

Answer 8

In relation to depending on the pain medication to try and relieve your pain it is ok to do, especially if directed by a dr because you have a legitimate need for the medication: pain.

I would recommend having this evaluated by your dr to see what they think is going on.

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Answer 10

Don't go to a chiropractor........they are only a temporary fix...the stretches and ibuprofen are the best way to go. You may need to get further evaluations from an MD with x rays or an MRI to see how extensive the problem is.