My back hurts all the time for some reasons. Is it because the way that I sit? When I sleep, I don't sleep sideway but flat. The next day I wake up, my back feels very stiff. What's wrong with me?
2007-10-07 15:58:59 · 7 answers · asked by itguru5354 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
It could be something as simple as the quality of your mattress or it could be one of a host of reasons.
You didn't mention your age, but it doesn't really matter. You could have arthritis in your back (it shows up at any age), you could have DDD, Degenerative Disc Disease, you could be a effected because of your job, if you have to sit too much or if you are a laborer it doesn't really matter if it is the same type of posture or movements day after day.
If I where you before I did anything drastic regarding this, I would check into a different mattress, even if you just have to go sleep at a friends for a couple of nights to see if it makes a difference. Of course you already know that if it continues you should see your regular medical doctor. I don't recommend a chiropractor for several good reasons unless one is prescribed to you by a medical doctor.
Hope you get some relief soon!!
2007-10-07 16:27:40 · answer #1 · answered by DeltaQueen 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you hurt your back you would known when it happen; therefore, it sounds as if you sitting and/or sleeping in a bad position. Try sleeping in a different position, like on your side with a pillow between your knees and you should make sure that while you sleep that your back is straight and feet are flat on the floor. Do not sit for long periods, get up and walk around for a minute or two. If problems persist, go to a medical doctor (MD).
Therapeutic mattress works wonders.
Back pain sufferer for 7 yrs.
2007-10-08 01:03:45 · answer #2 · answered by old hippie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could have arthritis. It is thought that arthritis only affects older people, but I developed it in my 20's without realizing it and it became very painful in my early 30's, especially in the mornings and also throughout the day. I found an amazing combination of taking fish oil liquid or capsules and glucosamine chondroitin every night. I use the "Garden of Life" products; they work the best for me. I have found that other products I have used don't work as well, but I'm sure there are others that do. You can get them at the Vitamin Shoppe online or in the store. Hope you feel better.
2007-10-07 23:56:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is quite possible that it is from your posture or even from your mattress causing pressure points in your spinal column.
My suggestion would be to go to either your doctor or your chiropractor for an exam, if there is no physical damage (ie slipped disc etc.) then I would highly recommend making an appointment for a massage, it can greatly improve both physiological pain and any possible structural stressors.
2007-10-07 23:11:46 · answer #4 · answered by Courtlyn 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
back pain may be due to many reasons..
if it is continuous may be the nerve is compresed.. or as u said may also be due to life style,sittting,,working..sleeping etc..
pratice yoda.PARVATASANA.. daily for 5mins..and then increase the time slow..u will feel relieved by the bain days as the days pass on without any medicine..
but be sure you do it daily..with full faith..
be happy always...
2007-10-08 02:44:50 · answer #5 · answered by ck 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our spine have a natural curvature, when there are changes to this, you will have discomfort or pain. Your muscles will become tense and pulled.
2007-10-08 01:30:10 · answer #6 · answered by Dr Mao 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could just be the way you sit. go to the doc and see what he says. he might send you to physio.
2007-10-07 23:03:42 · answer #7 · answered by ~Live Laugh Love~ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋