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Lower back pain how to stop?

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Dr. Howard Shapiro answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Nephrology & Dialysis

Find out the cause: You need to know the cause. Start with a visit to your physician. An examination and, probably Xrays will help define the problem and point to proper treatment. That may be exercises, physica therapy, or medicines

Answered 11/15/2016

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Low back pain: Hi. Low back pain is a very common ailment, and can be due to several things, most commonly, arthritis and disc problems. Standard first line therapy is an NSAID, such as naproxen or ibuprofen. These OTC drugs are very effective for most back pain, but some people get GI problems from them, so be aware of that. Only take the NSAID for as long as you have pain, ten stop it until need arises again.

Answered 4/27/2017

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Stretch: There are many causes of low back pain. Usually acute back or hip pain will improve over 1-2 weeks with anti-inflammatories, gentle streching, and use of heat/ice. If your pain does not improve or gets worse you should contact your physician.

Answered 11/28/2017

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