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Should i be on bed rest if i have lumbar radiculopathy in my lower back only (severe prickling in lower back and top of buttocks but none in legs and would flexeril help?
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Bed rest in many cases can create more stiffness and immobility. Better is a physical therapy active program and if too uncomfortable, use warm pool to start.
Answered 3/28/2021
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