Question 1

i pinched my back muscle or nerve, what to do?

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Should resolve: Most flares of back pain resolve within a few weeks. Nsaids, heat/ice, stretching, chiro or pt treatments are all indicated.  Xrays should be considered if there is concern for osteoporosis (post-menopausal, steroid medication history, thin, white, smoker) and if you are very tender over the spinal bones. Otherwise, imaging only needed if you develop sciatica or other neurological issue.

Question 2

could you tell me what are good exercises to strengthen back muscles?

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Consult...: With a personal trainer. They will be able to help alter your exercise routine to focus on your personal goals. They also will be able to progress your current routine to make it more difficult. Best of luck!

Question 3

how much time does it take to grow back muscle after stopping exercising?

Accepted Answer

It depends: It really depends on how much time you took off and how fit you were before the break. Muscle memory can be relatively slow if you took a long break. Most people push too hard to come back quickly and get hurt so just listen to your body and be consistent with your workouts. It will return

Question 4

i pulled my back muscle while i was coughing. are there any remedies to reduce pain?

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Muscle strain: Muscle strain may be treated with rest, then with medications such as acetaminophen, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories including aspirin.  These things get beter with time but can be very painful initially.

Question 5

what's good for a pulled lower back muscle?

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Ice,stretch,NSAID: I suggest stretching the muscles (look for child pose position online, it's a yoga position that helps open up the lower back muscles), also use ice and heat, 10 min ice, 10 min heat over the area. If your kidney and liver function is normal, you can also use over the counter anti-inflammatories like Ibuprofen (advil/motrin) and aleve (naproxen). Natural muscle relaxants are magnesium and serrapeptase.

Question 6

can a pulled back muscle decrease your height ?

Accepted Answer

: Focal lumbar or thoracic strains can cause temporary spasms resulting in discomfort when trying to stand erect.  Resulting compensatory posture might suggest loss of height but merely is a temporary reversible issue that does not result in permanent structural changes.

Question 7

what should someone do to build back muscle tone?

Accepted Answer

Strength training: Strength training on a regular basis is the key. Get to the gym.

Question 8

can you pull a back muscle from coughing too much?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, yes: Severe coughing can easily lead to other problems including pulled muscle in the back or chest wall.  The high pressures generated from coughing can lead to hoarse voice, irritation and more cough.  Severe coughing can lead to vomiting.  I had one patient who coughed so hard, she fractured a rib.  Therefore, it's important to identify the cause of the cough and treat it appropriately.

Question 9

pain in my upper back muscle when online 13 hours?

Accepted Answer

That should tell you: You have answered the question yourself. The body was not meant to remain hunched over like that for 13 hours. It is a symptom that you asked your muscles do do something too long and they are telling you. They are fatigued and overworked. Don't abuse your body like that and you will be much happier.

Question 10

what could be causing inflammation in my back muscles?

Accepted Answer

Sprain or strain: The most common cause would be a back sprain or strain, where the inflammation is the body reacting to damage to the ligaments or tendons in the back.  Chronic overuse, caused by exercise or hard work might also cause inflammation.  Less commonly, there are diseases which cause degeneration (damage) to muscles, which could cause inflammation.  See your primary care provider.

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