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Broderick
Hey People…! I have something to ask that does anyone know the fastest and the easiest way to get rid of back pain. As I am facing this problem since a long time and it’s getting serious day by day. I have already gone for many medications and exercises but they all proved to b of no help. It’s really intolerable. Please help me to get rid of it. I’ll b waiting for your replies.
iseason
Hi Broderick.

Generally ongoing back problems are cause by asking a muscle group to do something they are not used to doing on a regular basis.

If you work in a relatively low strain environment, Where there is not a great deal for your back to do, you can have cold back muscles and then cause them to do too much. The answer is two fold.

1.Ensure your muscles are warmed up at the beginning of the day and regularly during the day.
2. put them under strain as a muscle group during a controlled exercise program.

When you do get a bad back, the best recovery is via a couple of anti inflammatory pills and movement. Don't think that rest is the cure for a bad back. Cold muscles simply need warmth and motion.
I can speak as a success story in that regard. I was working in a management position and spent my days in front of a computer. At least once a month I would have to go to work doubled over from spasm. I now deliver Fridges and washing machines and stoves . This is a lifestyle change choice that I made at 42 to keep my fitness.The first three weeks were the hardest and I had regular ibuprofen to offset back pain, but once that was past the body was fixed and I don't have a back problem any more.

A caution though...

Cold muscle ALWAYS needs to be warmed up regardless of your strength and fitness level, so GET STRONG...but keep flexible..


PS: fat is just muscle that is taking the day off.

Cheers
Iseason
Augusta
I can understand your problem of back pain as I have also suffered the same a few months back. I tried all the possible ways to come out of this problem however they all failed to get my problem resolved. I found a lot of things that were applicable and proved helpful for my Back pain I will suggest you the same and hope it’ll help you too.
IAMoraes
QUOTE (Broderick+Dec 27 2008, 01:55 AM)
(...) the fastest and the easiest way to get rid of back pain (...)

Lower back or upper back?

(I only know a trick for lower back, hence the question)
vkamath
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Hey People…! I have something to ask that does anyone know the fastest and the easiest way to get rid of back pain. As I am facing this problem since a long time and it’s getting serious day by day. I have already gone for many medications and exercises but they all proved to b of no help. It’s really intolerable. Please help me to get rid of it. I’ll b waiting for your replies.


Here is what I did to get rid of severe and recurring lower back pain

1) Get a fixed back chair. Those push back ergonomoic chairs are no good, as they exert pressure on your back.

2) Don't sleep with your head resting on a pillow, instead rest your feet on a pillow. This will ease the back.

3) Walk a lot
Star Sludge
Try a form of Magnesium

"Postoperative opioid consumption and pain scores were lower in the magnesium group. The first night's sleep and the global satisfaction scores were better in the magnesium group. The results of the study support magnesium sulphate as a useful adjuvant for postoperative analgesia after major lumbar surgery."
Effect of intra-operative magnesium sulphate on pain relief and patient comfort after major lumbar orthopaedic surgery

Role of Magnesium Sulfate in Postoperative Analgesia
Geoff Mollusc
Go see a reputable back specialist, idiot. He'll probably send you for a CT scan.

If it's a lower back/leg job - MOST likely a prolapsed disc, although you can't rule out things like a tumour, so get seen quick.

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MickDerry
QUOTE (Broderick+Dec 27 2008, 05:55 AM)
Hey People…! I have something to ask that does anyone know the fastest and the easiest way to get rid of back pain. As I am facing this problem since a long time and it’s getting serious day by day. I have already gone for many medications and exercises but they all proved to b of no help. It’s really intolerable. Please help me to get rid of it. I’ll b waiting for your replies.

You Suffer From Chronic Lower Back Pain - Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh conducted a study on older adults suffering from chronic lower back pain and found that meditation helped reduce their pain, improve their sleep, and increase their quality of life.

http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Should-Medit...arch&id=1705234
Dr Fred A Wolf
QUOTE (MickDerry+Feb 5 2009, 04:07 PM)
You Suffer From Chronic Lower Back Pain - Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh conducted a study on older adults suffering from chronic lower back pain and found that meditation helped reduce their pain, improve their sleep, and increase their quality of life.

... and you, dear angel of shockingly rife brain-damage, suffer from Chronic Lower IQ Quack Feign.

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MickDerry
QUOTE (Dr Fred A Wolf+Feb 5 2009, 06:17 PM)
... and you, dear angel of shockingly rife brain-damage, suffer from Chronic Lower IQ Quack Feign.

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Your reality is entertaining, thanks.
wcelliott
We really can't provide better advice than we have because you really haven't provided enough detail to us about the cause of your back pain.

Two main types of back pain: Muscle spasms and spinal problems.

If it's muscle spasms, you're in luck, as generic Soma is available and is cheap. Any doctor can provide you with a valid Rx, and it's a lot cheaper that way than buying it illegally over the internet. Those, plus muscle strengthening exercises (warm up thoroughly first) should make your back pain diminish over time. (And an understanding doctor will prescribe sufficiently strong painkillers to deal with the back pain in the meantime, or find a different doctor.)

If it's a spinal problem, like a herniated disk or pinched nerve, surgery is just about your only option (other than taking massive doses of pain-killers, so much that you won't be able to hold down a job). This is expensive, so try to get health insurance (like through a job with a big company) and bite the bullet. Spinal back pain won't get better on its own, the sooner you get the surgery, the better.
soundhertz
8 years ago I bought a book - "Pain Free" by Peter Egoscue. It cost a third of a visit to the chiropractor, and they were twice a week. Dr. Egoscues' "e-cises" worked the first time, like he said they would. I haven't been to a chiropractor since buying that book. 8 years ago I couldn't lift 50 lbs. off the floor without jeopardizing the L4-L5 vertebrae. Now I can lift 200lbs. This man's knowledge proved miraculous for me.
rpenner
But consult with a physician before going on a course of treatment, even self treatment, for a medical condition.
Victor05
Hi,

I feel if you want relatively quick relief to muscle and joint pain, magnesium is the first supplement to try. Magnesium is necessary for numerous body functions. It is used to maintain normal muscle and nerve function, regulate heart rhythm, and support the immune system. Try taking some supplement consulting some medical experts.
Geoff Mollusc
QUOTE (Victor05+Mar 28 2009, 06:21 AM)
Hi,

I feel if you want relatively quick relief to muscle and joint pain, magnesium is the first supplement to try. Magnesium is necessary for numerous body functions. It is used to maintain normal muscle and nerve function, regulate heart rhythm, and support the immune system. Try taking some supplement consulting some medical experts.

Hey, I've broken 27 teeth, chewing on a mag wheel - any more suppliments you'd care to recommend? mad.gif

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lzurha
well all i know is doing dead lifts if the back is weak an hurts make it stronger i dead lift with 2 45 pound plates on the bar 2 sets of 15 then like 10 more an hour later an that will make my back muscles feel like i worked them an it has seemed to help with thepain cuz the sore i get from working out feels so mutch beter then i sore when my back just hurts grr but any way bar in front of u make sure u lift with your legs an look at the seeling if u can see the seeling from start to finish u hurt your back more an we dont want that so use lighter weight



so we fixed two problems if it works for u

1 your back will get stronger an hurt mutch less

2afer doing thiss 2 times a week after 1 year u will probley be ripped an who dont want that?

ps if u use less weght likesay 25 pounds on each side or if u use less then that just double the reps if u never deadlifted befor practice first looking at the cieling an lifting with your legs not your back becouse u will hurt it an i dont want u to blame me for it =)
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