Question 1

what can i do if my lower back hurts but i still want to exercise. what exercises can i do that won't hurt?

Accepted Answer

Non weight bearing: Siomple stretching in a recumbent position, using an exercise cycle or recumbent bike are also doable.
Nothing that involves working against gravity like walking or running etc.

Question 2

my lower back hurts i don't know why ?

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Low back bain: Certainly there can be hundreds of reasons for low back pain and without knowing your history it is impossible to narrow down. The most common cause, especially in your age group is muscle spasm and weak abdominal muscles. Provide more info and the doctors here may be able to shed more light.

Question 3

my friend fell and her lower back hurts?

Accepted Answer

Walk: Walking, anti-inflammatory medications, ice, gentle massage, can all help.  Hot showers or hot tubs after 48 hours help.
Gentle williams flexion exercises will help- look them up online.
Stretching should not be painful- only feel like a stretch.
If it doesn't get better or worsens, see your family md to make sure there's not a fracture or other problem.

Question 4

my lower back hurts all the time what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Nerve or back muscle: It is common for a pinched nerve in the lower back to cause the symptoms you describe.  Other causes are problems with your spine alignment, a disc between your vertebra which is bulging, or poor posture/muscle weakness.  There are many other causes as well.

If it persists, see your physician.

Question 5

are there any exercises i can do when lower back hurts?

Accepted Answer

Williams: Look up williams flexion exercises including pelvic tilt, knee to chest, pelvic rotation exercises to help your back.
Use hot packs, hot tub or low back massage.
Use balms such as ben gay and be gentle with all you do.
Walking is great to relax the back as well.

Question 6

my left lower back hurts and i feel some  knots there to?

Accepted Answer

Knots: Typically just fatty tissue collections, but may be areas of tight, contracted muscle.

Question 7

what does it mean if my lower back hurts after working out?

Accepted Answer

Many Possibilities: Depending on how long it's been going on, i would consider an evaluation by a spine specialist.  Sometimes it could be a muscle imbalance, early onset arthritis or scoliosis.  Also could be a pinched nerve/herniated disc.  Either way it might be good to figure it out and get appropriate treatment.

Question 8

what to do if my lower back hurts very bad. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Depends on several : factors as to injury related, associated fever, chills, sweats or unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite, other symptoms like neurologic -weakness, numbness., bowel/bladder control issues, is the pain worsening as examples. If any of the above see your doctor now.  If not &amp; pain of short duration try limiting activity &amp; OTC meds if no reason you can't use them.  If no better, then see doctor

Question 9

my lower back hurts and i can barely bend over or pick anything up?

Accepted Answer

Strain or worse: Muscle strain, spasm or disc problem are the most likely causes.  If it does not improve with rest, heat, and some anti-inflammatories - see a doc as soon as possible.  If you have shooting pain down your leg(s) - get to a doctor now.

Question 10

what does it mean if my lower back hurts when i try to work out my abs?

Accepted Answer

Many Possibilities: Depending on how long it's been going on, i would consider an evaluation by a spine specialist.  Sometimes it could be a muscle imbalance, early onset arthritis or scoliosis.  Also could be a pinched nerve/herniated disc.  Either way it might be good to figure it out and get appropriate treatment.

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What can i do if my lower back hurts but i still want to exercise. what exercises can i do that won't hurt?

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My lower back hurts i don't know why ?

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My friend fell and her lower back hurts?

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My lower back hurts all the time what could it be?

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My left lower back hurts and i feel some knots there to?

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What does it mean if my lower back hurts after working out?

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What to do if my lower back hurts very bad. what should i do?

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What does it mean if my lower back hurts when i try to work out my abs?

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