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I have pain in my back after lifting a box
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Lumbar muscle strain: Back pain is the one of the most common diagnoses seen in primary care. The initial treatment for lumbar (low back) strain is conservative: tylenol, (acetaminophen) nsaids (aleve), ice (30 min. On/30 min. Off), heat (30 min. @ a time). Bed rest should be limited. 'hands-on' therapy is helpful: physical therapy, chiropractic, etc..Xrays/mri's are not needed initally unless severe leg weakness, bladder/bowel change.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Muscle sprain: Back pain after lifting could be due to muscle sprain.If pain persists for extended length , see your p.C.P to evaluate for any disc disease.Early activity and therapy is advised.
Answered 3/28/2015
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