major back pain

[NoHall]

No can do. We've got a busy day tomorrow. Plus, there's a stubborn part of me that wants to go to work and force the discomfort away. That and I get restless when I have a full day of nothing to do.

That sounds like a GRAYT plan...:roll:

I hope your back doesn't decide to kick you in the butt for it!

 

[greenroomsurfer]

Thanks everyone! I went to the doctor today, and she said it was just a severe muscle strain. She prescribed Skelaxin and Oxaprozin, both of which are already working. She also told me to use a heating pad and just relax as much as I can, and it should work out.

They told me the same thing, and later it turned out to be a herniated disc. I hope you didn't go to Notsosacred Heart, they blew me off and I got a second opinion. Don't screw around if it is herniated, I did and it required surgery later on. Good luck and I hope all it is is a lower muscle pull.

 

[Beach Runner]

Hughston Clinic in Columbus (where a lot of Atlanta Falcons player go) told daughter that she is too young for back surgery, and that if she could just deal with the pain for about five years, a new procedure that is not so risky would be available to relieve her pain. I am apt to believe the doctor's recommendation -- she's been to so many MDs -- and he's a Tulane alum, too.

 

[Matt J]

Glad to hear your feeling better. Rest up there are lots of activities for this weekend!

 

[Diane4145]

I have a bulging disc in my low back and have no problem applying the Biofreeze, myself.A heating pad should be real helpful for you, as well! I have one that offers moist heat, can't be beaten!

Biofreeze is a wonderful product. Except, if it is your back that hurts, you need someone to help you put it there, even in the roll-on form.