How can severe pain in the lower back be treated?
Patient: Unbearable lower back pain. I have compression fracture in L12. Was diagnosed on Monday with an x-ray. The pain is getting much worse. Lying on ice packs. Have meds for pain, are not working at all. Any suggestions appreciated. Thank You Barbara Horton YYYY Doctor: dear patient treatment for l12 compression fracture is strict bed rest for one month. Rest should be on hard bed. Analgesics like tab diclofenac sodium 50 mg twice a day with tab ultracet twice a day should be taken.  In bed physiotherapy and log rolling 2 hourly is advised to prevent bed sore. if pain is still not relieved consultation with spine surgeon is recommended. Vertebroplasty is good option for immediate pain relief.