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I`ve knackered me back!
Topic Started: May 12 2007, 08:30:12 PM (156 Views)
gobbyjock
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I don`t know how I`ve done it but my lower back is killing me - Im hobbling around like a little old lady. I`ve tried lying on my tummy on the floor but the got stuck as I tried to roll over - started laughing hysterically at myself wallowing like a stranded whale and ended up yelling in pain :rolleyes: I`ve taken painkillers which have helped and I had a hot bath but then had difficulty getting out of it. IM trying to move around and gently stretch but any tips or hints would be appreciated!! :scratchhead:
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Melibeam
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Hope you feel better soon. I suffer from backache too and find sleeping on my back on a firm mattress, with only one pillow helps. I find voltaren gel quite good too when it gets pretty bad. I see a physio every few weeks and do some exercises they recommend, so if it continues this might be an option, but go see your GP too.
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Hevs
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Pain killers!! :thumbsup:

:hug: hope your better soon xx
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Hevs
12th May, 2007 - 08:52pm
Pain killers!! :thumbsup:

:hug: hope your better soon xx

Yes definitely those too :thumbsup:
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I know how you feel, I've been suffering from lower back pain for many years now. Could have been triggered off my a car accident I was in but I'm not sure. Its also worse the week before my monthlies so I've put it down to Endo pain but anything can trigger off an attack and then I'm hobbling around like an old lady as well.

I've tried chiropractors and acupuncture but they seem to just want all your money and the pain is still there.

Rub in some Metsal into the area - it might help. :ooer:
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lesleys
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Painkillers and keep moving! Warmth might help - tie a woolly shawl or something round your waist.

Is it more comfortable to sit or lie down? Any pains in your legs?

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Oh that's awful GJ, but you've been packing etc haven't you? Maybe you moved awkwardly or lifted something in a not so good way and strained it. Hot Epsom salts bath and some painkillers and an early night with a hotpack (not sixpack).

Wishing you well soon :kissed:

Meanwhile look at my lovely sparkly diamond, :wink: that will cheer you up.
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Cheers everyone! TC your diamond is very sparkly - Im impressed!! :thumbsup:
I have found my back feels better if I keep moving, my legs are quite painful too which is weird. :wacko: I will keep taking the painkillers and then check the yellow pages for a nice male masseur to give me a rub down :wink:
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agree about keeping moving, OH suffers a lot (brickie) and he has to keep moving around slowly as it's worse if he keeps still, sits or lies down for a while.

Once it goes, try back strengthening exercises as this wards off further occurances
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It sounds like you've pinched a nerve, GJ. :no: As everyone's said, keep moving, keep up the painkillers and have hot showers (rather than a bath) with the water jets concentrated on the bad bit. :hug:


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gobbyjock
12th May, 2007 - 12:37pm
... and then check the yellow pages for a nice male masseur to give me a rub down :wink:

thats what i was gonna suggest :yes: :wink: :D
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Get yopur arse over here pdq and you can borrow my tens machine :thumbsup:
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Kyropracters say heat is a bad thing so who do you believe ?

Just find something that works for you I guess.

I would recommend a deep tissue massage rather than the normal toning type.
They try to puncture your body with their hands and elbows but by golly it does you good.

Oh, and please put the Karma Sutra away for a while :P
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All the books are packed and on their way already Bix :mah: It was probably hubby jumping off the wardrobe on to the bed in his superman outfit again that did it to me - ceiling plaster doesnt taste very nice - who need a trampoline :lol:
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13th May, 2007 - 05:02am
All the books are packed and on their way already Bix :mah: It was probably hubby jumping off the wardrobe on to the bed in his superman outfit again that did it to me - ceiling plaster doesnt taste very nice - who need a trampoline :lol:

LOL. I bet the underpants over the tights look is dead sexy :lol:
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:lol:
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Kyropracters say heat is a bad thing so who do you believe ?


Ice for an acute injury with bruising.swelling, heat for chronic pain or general achiness - like when you've worked in the garden digging etc, I think is what they usually say, and don't massage a recent injury site, wait for it to settle down. That's what I was taught when doing remedial massage therapy training.

Epsom salts is good for overworked achey muscles/ligaments or after a massage or chiropractic adjustment to pull out the lactic acid buildup.
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If your legs are hurting it might be sciatica. This is when your sciatic nerve (lower back) gets pinched or rubbed by your spine and this sets off pains down your legs.

Try doing the opposite to sitting up straight - slouch and bend forwards a bit. It can sometimes release the pressure on the nerve. And lie on your side curled up.

Have you lifted anything heavy recently? Even doing it all properly with a straight back can be too much for the spine to take so it sinks down itself a bit and pinches some tiny nerves between the vertabrae. Some physio can help to strengthen the muscles supporting the spine.

I could go on. :rolleyes:

Hope it's not that bad.
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13th May, 2007 - 10:52am
If your legs are hurting it might be sciatica. This is when your sciatic nerve (lower back) gets pinched or rubbed by your spine and this sets off pains down your legs.

Try doing the opposite to sitting up straight - slouch and bend forwards a bit. It can sometimes release the pressure on the nerve. And lie on your side curled up.

Have you lifted anything heavy recently? Even doing it all properly with a straight back can be too much for the spine to take so it sinks down itself a bit and pinches some tiny nerves between the vertabrae. Some physio can help to strengthen the muscles supporting the spine.

I could go on. :rolleyes:

Hope it's not that bad.

Now thats interesting Lesley because the pain goes if I lie on my side with my legs tucked up (kind of feotal position) TC I reckon I will try the Epsom bath tonight :thumbsup:
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Sorry I'm going to tell you to do the opposite to what everyone else has said as if it's a muscle problem you mustn't put hot things on it it has to be cold. Either a cold gel pack or just a bag of frozen peas.

Hubbie has a bad back and he had a right telling off from his chiropractor for soaking in a Radox bath.

Exercises - Lie on your back and bring your knees up so they are bent and feet slightly off the floor then twist them to either side of you - don't force it if you can't rest them on the floor. Otherwise rocking on your back so you crunch yourself up into a ball and rock on the curve of your back.
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Ouch, poor you :flowers:
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And another thing........ Don't wear any tight belts or waistbands that put pressure on your back/spine. Another excuse to slouch, but it really made a difference for me.
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I tried to go in to work today but it was really painful walking to the bus stop, so Im vegging on the couch with my legs up against the wall as it really takes the pain away - if no better tomorrow then off to the GP I go!!
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:levitate:

Hope the doctor is sympathetic :flowers:
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Appreciate the FREE treatment :yes:
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14th May, 2007 - 09:06pm
Appreciate the FREE treatment :yes:

Huh!

All the NHS gave me was painkillers.

I had to go private to get it fixed. :angry:
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Backs are a nightmare when you have a problem you have my total sympathy and here in the UK my first choice would be a registered osteopath who trained with European school of Osteopathy in Maidstone (all the courses are different and I find those that trained in Maidstone had the broadest approach to treatments.) You'll find Osteopaths in the "registered" box in Yellow pages and just ask where they trained. I've been treated by a few as we moved alot so you could always remind me where you are and I might know someone.

I worked in Neurosurgery for a few years and have seen alot of back surgery so I believe in maintenance and treatment. I wouldn't like to give advice without seeing someone, even though I end up giving loads of massages at work when we have a quiet few minutes!

Thinking of you and hoping things improve,

Jane
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How's the back now GJ?
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