What causes pain in lower back after a popping sound?
Patient: I wa lifting a night stand and when I was moving it I heard pop on my lower back followed by a sharp pain. Its been over 9 hours and the pain is getting worst. I can t walk straigt ir turn in bed because of the horrable pain. Should I go to the ER or rest will make it better? Thanks Doctor: Dear; thanks for using our service . I will give you my medical advise. The sound that you heard could be from a muscle spasm and bone crack. you might have a pinch nerve which is the cause of the pain. Try cold compresses the first 48 hrs and anti-inflammatories . I hope that my advise will be helpful.Dr Sara