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Lower back pain
I have severe lower back pain. Since 4days I am in bed rest but pain is not going down. Not able to sit and do my daily work.
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Apply ice for 3 times a day for 15 to 20 minutes.
Avoid sitting for few more days.
If you are able to walk, 30 minutes walk per day also helps you.
And consult chiropractor or physiotherapist near you.
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Is there a history of lifting heavy weights,etc? pain while coughing? Please Consult a physio for conservative management post thorough evaluation.Neural testing needs to be done to see if any nerve root impingement due to disc prolapse is present or its just mechanical back pain due to poor posture, work habits,back muscle spasm
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Do not jump to do an mri because MRI won't lead to the cause for pain since pain is a complex phenomenon dependent on baby factors
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Consult with physiotherapists near you for proper diagnosis and treatment you can visit ADMIRE physiotherapy laser CLINIC in noida
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Consult a Physiotherapist for evaluation and Treatment..
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Take hot pack and if pain does not go consult once
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Use cold pack atleast 3 times a day for minimum 8-10 minutes.
If u r lying/sleeping on Ur back, remember to keep a pillow underneath your knees...this will help Ur low back muscles to relax
Avoid any stretching exercises for now.
Do some deep diaphragmatic breathing exercises
If u hv lumbar support u can use it in prolong sitting/standing for couple of days.
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Avoid crossing Ur legs
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It's may be spasms or posture dysfunction.
Consult near by experience Physiotherapist
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Hot or cold pack for 10 minutes..
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