re: what do yo do for low back pain?

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I have a thing that goes in the freezer then you strap it on.

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Wrong thread

Do not use heat
Use ice only. You also need to strengthen your core there are lots of videos out there for core work. Stretch ice and core

I have herniated disk in my L4, L5, and S1. Also was diagnosed with Degenerative Disk Disease at 18.

shite sucks.

Stretch your hamstrings every morning.

Also lie on your back and cross your right leg over your left knee, then starting pulling your left knee towards you. Stretch for a couple of seconds, then switch (putting your left leg over your right knee).

Usually that helps.

I am about to start Lyrica, which in testing dosages from my doctor has worked well with my sciatica.

Stupid. Ask for advice and disregard it like you know better

Vyvanse and a percocet, wheel and deal the greens like Dock Ellis

Stop carrying a wallet in your back pocket.
Get you a money clip

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Narcotics.

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This.

Norco, tramadol and lots of guitar playing.

If you're reasonably healthy and experiencing lower back pain, there's probably no better cure or relief than stretching your hamstrings. Like do 4 or 5 sets of 30 second toe touches. Do a few standing and a few while sitting on the ground.

Obviously there could be a million different reasons as to what is causing your pain, but trying this and seeing that it doesn't work will let you know its prob a way more serious issue. I spend 10-12 hours a day on my feet and I don't even want to speculate how many miles I'm walking during that time. When I get home, my lower back feels like it's a rotten piece of plywood. But after those stretches and a few Alieve, I'm good as new and have no pain as I'm trying to fall asleep.