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back pain... help!
In the last two days, I've got my stress induced back pain flaring up again (it's been a while since I had it last).
It's from being in my Gollum position all day over my computer while I write my thesis. It's right in between my shoulder blades, mostly on one side. I've started taking ibuprofen yesterday, but it just barely takes of the edge of extruating zapes I get if move 'wrong'. The constant ache will not let up. I rarely take medications, so small doses usually work well, but this time it's not.
I'm contemplating calling a chiropractor, but have any of you found relief from back pain through any medication (OTC preferred, but I'll take a Rx tip), specific stretches, chiropractor or masseuse?
Clearly I need to fix my poster (I drive my ballroom instructor nuts, but she has helped me a lot)... so I'm working on it, but any advice other than that so I can finish my thesis in a little less pain?
Re: back pain... help!
Maybe try some yoga stretches like cat and cow?
I would try a massage and a hot bath before going to the chiropractor. I'm not a fan of chiros.
Yow, no fun!!
I don't really have problems with my back, but I have a bad knee and severe arthritis in my hands. I find that Lortab seems to work best for them. You'll need a prescription, though.
I try stretches. Hug yourself really tight to stretch the muscles between your shoulder blades, as well as lengthening in your neck by pulling your shoulders down.
I don't think I would go to a chiro for it, but a massage therapist yes.
For muscle aches and pains I love to use Biofreeze. It's this amazing muscle relaxant that works wonders. It feels really cool after you put it on but you'll definitely feel the difference after a few applications. If comes in spray, cream, or gel form. I usually get the gel.
I agree with the stretches and maybe seeing a massage therapist. Some chiros are not all bad. Mike has been seeing one for about 3 months and they havent done any cracking or popping. They are working on adjusting but in different ways. I really dont know how to describe it, Mike says the guys is more into holistic stuff than anything else.
Hope it feels better soon!!
I get tension headaches, have 2 herniated discs in my neck, and chronic lower-back muscle spasm.
I don't like any prescription meds and don't take them. They haven't worked for me in the past and give me a headache (when I am taking them for backache) and make me feel "foggy".
Ibuprofen and Excedrin Back & Body work best for me. I also love Biofreeze.
I have been to chiropractors, massage therapy, physical therapy, and acupuncture. Physical therapy does zero for me. Acupuncture helped some. The best was a combination of both chiropractor and massage therapy- but deep massage, where it almost hurts- not "fluff and buff". lol. I like the crack and pop of the chiro. For me, it provides some instant relief.
Someone recently told me there is an OTC muscle relaxer but I'm not sure what it's called. Maybe try googlin' it?
I hope you feel better!
I agree with what PP have said about a massage.
In addition, definitly try heat - I had a bad ache in my neck and a heating pad helped SO much. You should use the heat for about 20 minutes at a time.
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