My lower back has been absolutely killing me today. Does anyone know of any remedies I could try to address it? I’m trying an ice pack and fixing my sitting posture right now, will be sleeping on my side to relieve pressure on it tonight, but is there anything else I could attempt?

  • cerpa@kbin.socialEnglish
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    1 year ago

    For non traumatic low back pain you can try ice, lidocaine patches, NSAIDs and stretching. It still may bug you for a week or more. For long term need to implement some exercises.

    Quad/hamstring stretches are vital. And can give good relief.

    Also. Avoid heat and aggressive stretching/exercise early on. It may feel a bit better for the moment but can make inflammation/pain worse or last longer

    You should see a doctor and get XR if you experience worsening symptoms or numbness/tingling.

    • cerpa@kbin.socialEnglish
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      1 year ago

      Also. Avoid heat and aggressive stretching/exercise early on. It may feel a bit better for the moment but can make inflammation/pain worse or last longer.