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If i hurt my back moving furniture, what is the best way to reduce the discomfort?
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REST: ICE and after 4 hours HEAT applied to the back along with anti-inflammatory medication eg: IBUPROFEN should bring relief for a simple STRAIN/SPRAIN in 24-48 hours. If you are unfortunate enough (as many are at age 65) to have underlying arthritis or a PRIOR HISTORY of back pain this will last longer AND you should NOT be moving heavy furniture! Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 1/5/2019
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