Suggest treatment for lower back pain
Patient: I have been having lower back pain for a few years off and on. I'm in the marine corps so it's not uncommon. Over the last 6-8 months it's been getting progressively worse. It's a dull pain throughout the day, but sometimes when I lay down and relax my back it's the pain is very sharp and intense. I get that same result when I lean on to a counter and let my lower body relax and let the weight of my legs strech my lower back out. Any ideas? Doctor: HelloI think this is most probably due to disc prolapse or spasm of back muscles. You should go for MRI lumbar spine to delineate disc condition.Try to consult a physiotgerapist for back strenghtening exercises.Take muscle relaxant and a pain killer medicine when needed.Try to maintain a correct posture while you work.Thanks