how can i loose wait with a bad back and neck problems with out taking meds?
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Talk to your doctor. See if s/he can recommend a nutritionist and a physiotherapist who can help you with diet and low impact exercise.
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In my experience pain medications do not work. My best advise is make sure to get plenty of sleep, take a multiple vitamin, keep active in at least low impact sports, and consider Magnesium and Malic Acid supplements (consult the doctor or a nutritionist to have your Magnesuim level checked- it is a simpe mouth swab and not painful), meditation does help some in keeping the pain back if you can seperate your mind from the pain, and try to take 2-3 warm Epson Salt baths a week (Epson salt contains Magnesium and soaking in a warm tub of it helps to get the mineral into the body. Magnesium aids the muscles in using oxygen and when the level is low which is typical in Fibro it can cause are cramps, spasms, and pain.) Also, Fibromyalgia is a neurotransmitter disorder certain foods can trigger similiar symptoms to Fibro. Try eliminating Monsodium Glutamate from your diet. I did and some of my symptoms (chronic headaches and nausea) went away. It is in everything from Doritos to chicken soup. A few key finding's of an FDA study found MSG to cause a "burning sensation in the back of the neck, forearms and chest". If you need adjustments try to see a D.O. instead of a chiropractor. Chiros tend to be a little more violent in their adjustments and can cause more pain in your soft tissue. D.O.s do a more passive adjustment which I've found to be much more beneficial. Otherwise, learn your limits and pace yourself.\nGood luck!
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A good chiropractic technique for scoliosis is Chiropractic Biophysics - CBP, which combines adjustments, traction, and exercise to correct spinal misalignment. The adjustments remove subluxations and allow the nerves to conduct impulses properly. The traction works to correct the curve, or at least prevent it from getting worse, and the exercises strengthen the ligaments so they can support the new posture. Since CBP is a technique that aims to make relatively drastic changes to spinal column but in a gradual, safe way, your chiropractor will probably want to see you 3 times a week for 8-10 weeks. \n\nBut no doctor can guarantee a cure. It also sounds like your headaches and neck pain could be caused by pinched nerves in your neck region, in which case a chiropractor could also help. No matter what you decide to do, I wish you luck!
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Go to a chiropractor.  They sure have helped me a lot.
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I just had this problem myself.  I used one of those neck thermaCare pads & it helped sooo much.  If that doesn't completely take it away in a day or so I'd see a chiropractor.  A good one will take an x-ray before they try to adjust.
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You have my sympathy..back problems are so debilitating,I know,having suffered for many years,ranging from Sciatica to a Prolapsed Disc.\nMy advise to you would be,plenty of rest with a cold compress on the affected area,pain-relief and anti-inflammatory and a cream/ointment designed for muscle strain etc.\nMaybe you could ask someone to massage some Tea Tree and Lavender blended with a good carrier oil such as,Almond,into the lower back using as much pressure as is comfortable for you.\nIf any of the above don't improve your condition then I suggest you visit a Chiropractor or see your GP and ask for an x-ray just to rule out anything more serious such as disc problems or trapped nerves.\nI wish you a speedy recovery and hope you are feeling better very soon.
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I think a back brace would be really helpful to you. I have linked to one of the best back braces out there.
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depends on the country you are in.  and in the US, what state.  It also depends on how you injured your back.  Ask your pharmacist what they can reccomend.
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First you should see a doctor or chiropractor to determine if there is a serious problem. If you just have moderate low back pain with no obvious injury, there are a few things you can do. Alternate heat and ice 5-10 minutes each every 1/2 hour. There are stretches you can do to strengthen your back and ease the pain. It is very important to do some type of stretching or exercises. If you don't, things will get worse as you loose muscle tone! Good luck! It may seem like it will never get better..just give it some time and it will if you take the time to do what you need to do heal yourself!
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I have constant back pain after standing long periods of time or any kind of lifting. I use Icy Hot and that helps. Take a hot shower and then put some of that on that area that hurts. Take Advil good for inflammed muscles or a small dosage of a muscle relaxer. They have that new thing they show on tv that is like a wrap around band for your back that holds the disk that has the medicine in it. If it continues you may need to go to the doctor or a chiropractor. I went to a chiroprator one time and my back felt really good afterwards but you have to keep going back every so many weeks.
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Put a heating pad or a hot water bottle on your neck. Also, take some ibuprofen.
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Don't go for any medication cos that will just mess up with your body. Think positively, act positively. Take deep breath, exhale slowly before you do anything. Negative thoughts can ruin your day and the people around you. Most of these negative thoughts are your beliefs and it will bring your morale down, and ultimately make you feel edgy and impatient.
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Like with all physical exercise, you should always consult a physician to determine if they would recommend you start playing.\n\nI slipped a disc about 9 months ago, play golf, and have no problems. However, I exercise and stretch my back frequently to avoid having relapses. \n\nAs long as your doc passes you to play, continue with stretching to loosen your back. Also, if you run, avoid running on paved surfaces (streets and sidewalks), this will worsen the condition quickly.
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Purchase a back brace, you can either wear them under or over your shirts, depending on how much you need the support. As for the ongoing pain, take some Tylenol or another OTC med and take a hot bath, the warm water helps muscles relax.\n\nAlso, what I discovered, stand up tall and straight, may think that it'll hurt worse, but it really doesn't. The more you slouch, the more pressure is put on your spine.
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The key points about most back pain and sciatica are: \n\nDo not worry - it will usually get better on its own, within a few days, or possibly a few weeks. \nStay active, and if at all possible, stay at work. \nThe pain may force you to rest, but this is a result of the pain, and not a good treatment for back pain and sciatica. If you have to take to your bed, limit it, if possible, to a week or two at the most. \nUse simple pain killers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen if necessary. \nAvoid activities likely to put unnecessary strain on your back. \nSee your doctor if you think you are in one of the red flag categories, or are worried about how you are doing. \nIf it seems to be lasting more than a few days, consider seeing a physiotherapist, chiropractor or osteopath. You may wish to consult your doctor prior to this. \nIf you do have to be off work, keep this to a minimum, and do not expect to be pain free before you go back. \nIf the pain is severe and very disabling, and you cannot control it with simple pain killers and/or anti-inflammatory medication, your doctor may suggest you have an epidural injection, which is an injection into the spine, which soothes the nerves that are causing the pain. \nIn a minority of cases, the sciatica does not settle, or complications arise. This may lead your doctor to recommend surgery, which will involve trimming back bone or disc material which is pressing on the nerve or nerves. This is not undertaken lightly, and will be guided by the results of a CT or MRI scan. \n\n\nMore at: http://www.medinfo.co.uk/conditions/sciatica.html
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I hear the aleve liquid-gels work good.\nBut I am sure your doctor has other ideas.\n\nOthers have claimed benefit from heat and or cold packs.\nWhen you get loose try to really work out and stretch to keep as limber as possible.\n\nThere are many natural sites out there that talk about herbs and such.  Couldn't hurt to try.\nOne in particular, is http://www.mercola.com    You could do a search on your condition and see what he has to say about it.  This site is a respected site amongst many doctors and chiropractors, etc...\n\nGood luck
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Ive got a simillar problem to Yours! I have to bulged disc's #3 and #5 in my lower lumbar, and let me tell you there is no quike fix. I got hurt at work last Jannuary 2006 and after 7 epidurals I am now slated for a full blown back surgury! I feel for you! I have chronic back pain, and have run the gauntlet looking for relief, I've tried, Perscription drugs, Loratab 10's 5 a day!(Same as Vicoden but no acetemetphen/Tylenol) Alchohol (Makes it worse (The pain). I most recently am using pot! I dont smoke it, but rather leach out the THC into butter and use it as a spread for toast or abit in my morning oatmeal whatever, And I by God Works. But I am going in for surgury on the 27th of this month. And at this point, Though I have heard all types of horror stories about back surgury, I welcome the promise of relief. Good luck to you!And hang in there