Suggest treatment for severe lower back pain
Patient: On Saturday afternoon I was lifting a heavy object and heard a pop in my lower back.  Was painful right away.  After 30 minutes or so I was able to move around fine and was able to do yard work on Sunday.  But every time I sit down and get back up, it takes a few minutes to straighten up and for the lumbar back pain to go away.  Am a 48 year old male. Doctor: With such a presentation it is likely that you have muscle strain or a mild form of disc rupture. I would suggest you to avoid lifting weights, bending forwards, sitting on the floor and squating atleast for a week or so.You can use ice gel packs and pain killer lotion/ gel to soothen your back. Hope this helps . All the best.