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I always get extreme back pain when i get up from laying on my stomach for a couple seconds. it's so bad that it takes my breath away.
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Avoid stomach laying: This could be anything from a sprain/strain to a herniated disc to a pinched nerve etc. You'll need formal evaluation to get a better answer, but for now it would be reasonable to treat conservatively with NSAIDs (ibuprofen or Aleve), ice/heat, and activity modifications. Also I would avoid laying on your stomach since that does place increased strain on your back.
Answered 9/18/2014
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