pattricia Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 May I just add that bowel problems can cause back pain. I have IBS which aggravates my back pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justinelle Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 Do you know anythng about your digestive system? Ovbiously they are unrelated BUT as I mentioned before back pain is normally caused by pressure on the nerve, so as opposed to a direct cause ther could be an indirect cause as IBS like all stomach problems, can make one exert pressure, to relieve pressures which as stated pressure from whatever cause. Maybe a book on anatomy would help, but it all depends on whether you are serious about solving the poblem, which can be helped thought understanding your biology, otherwise it could confuse a doctor, if not make them not take you that seriously. So the key is pressure, and it can and you can cause it in a variety of ways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hauxwell Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 My mother use to get back pain in the bottom part of her back, it was caused by a water infection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padders Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 Some very helpful comments Trish, but at the end of the day you need to see a specialist, the back is a very complicated thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padders Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 On 20/02/2019 at 12:37, pattricia said: I’m so fed up of my back pain that I’m going to ask my GP to refer me to The Pain Clinic . Used to be at the Northern General but don’t know whether it’s still there . I take Paracetamol and two Tramadol a day. The Tramadol have always taken it off but they are now losing their effect and I don’t want to up my dose as it’s an Opiod and very addictive. I’ve tried accupuncture and Chiropractors but to no effect. Do you have back pain ? What do you take or what have you tried .? Trish, in case you have"nt noticed, tomorrow 7-30 (thurs) on ITV. programme about back pain. might be of interest to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclone Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 On 22/02/2019 at 07:33, Cyclone said: Do you exercise? This wasn't an entirely idle question... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flanker7 Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 Its a long term thing. 35 years for me. Try to wake up every morning and say to yourself 'I have a dodgy disc'. Try to be aware of what triggers the spasm. For me its bending over at a certain angle of twist and twang! its gone and I have a week of pain. If you've had it a long time you may know when you are feeling 'on the edge' of another spasm. Usually for me its after an uncomfortable nights sleep. I know that feeling and I go swimming and take gentle walks. It usually improves things. If you've got it now find an Osteopath or Chiropractors who works for you. They can be fantastic. Mine is Kevin on Eccy Rd /Walton Street www.sheffieldphysiotherapy.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANGELFIRE1 Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 On 20/02/2019 at 12:37, pattricia said: I’m so fed up of my back pain that I’m going to ask my GP to refer me to The Pain Clinic . Used to be at the Northern General but don’t know whether it’s still there . I take Paracetamol and two Tramadol a day. The Tramadol have always taken it off but they are now losing their effect and I don’t want to up my dose as it’s an Opiod and very addictive. I’ve tried accupuncture and Chiropractors but to no effect. Do you have back pain ? What do you take or what have you tried .? I can trump you, 2 Tramadol and 2 Paracetamol 4 times a day. Mixed in with 7 different tablets in the morning and 5 at night. and like yourself still have a nagging constant pain. The only thing you can do is ask for an appointment with the ( sorry for the spelling ) muskoskelital department. They are up to speed with muscle and bones which give pain. I visited and had a scan of my shoulder (that's another problem) and was diagnosed with extra bone growth. Old age is a bit of a bugger when you sit and think about it. Angel1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattricia Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 On 27/02/2019 at 09:42, Padders said: Trish, in case you have"nt noticed, tomorrow 7-30 (thurs) on ITV. programme about back pain. might be of interest to you. Than you . I shall be watching Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike.sufc Posted March 4, 2019 Share Posted March 4, 2019 My advice would be to not get dragged into seeing chiropractors, osteopaths, rubbing aincient oils all over your body whilst taking rare Chinese supplements. Instead, spend that money on a good personal trainer and a gym membership. I have had back pain for years. It's taken a lot of work from my GP and hospital specialists, but we have an idea what is causing it now. Steroid injections work incredibly well for me as it is inflammation based. For someone with non-inflammatory causes, this treatment would do nothing. Basically what I am trying to say is there is no way of knowing how to treat your back pain without knowing the cause of it. Your GP is the person you need to speak to. All that said, making sure you have good posture and exercising regularly is the cornerstone of a healthy back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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