Oh my back!!!

[john]

hi all,
this is not a pid issue, but it is really getting me down!
three weeks ago my lower back began to ache. within a day the pain was so bad i could hardly stand up.
when i persevered i did manage to straighten up and walk (we were on a walking holiday in the lake district!!), but as soon as i try to stand up after sitting down the pain is back.
it's not so bad now, but i do wish it would clear up.
any ideas/experience that will get me fit and pain-free in time for a week away in sicily in two weeks? please???
take care - john

[glowing]

Poor you John. You have my sympathy. I've suffered with back problems due to arthritis in the spine for years. The doctor told me the stiffness when trying to stand is tightening of the muscles to protect whatever has been put under strain be it the muscles themselves or protecting the spine. If the pain is muscular then warmth, massage and gentle stretching, along with pain relief tablets often helps. I know the important thing is not to sit still for long. Also gentle swimming or excercise in a pool is supposed to help. Good luck.

[liz2mac]

Hi John, thats rough. I had something similar a few months back and went see a chiropraster who was marvellous. Got rid of the pain after 4 sessions. may be worth a try?Do hope you can get rid of it in time for your holiday.
Liz

[mali42]

Hi John
Well at least it makes a change from having a pid issue, I had a bad back when we got a new bed so I changed the mattress and things went back to normal, hope yours clears up ready for your Sicily trip.
Malcolm.

[john]

interesting you should say about the bed malcolm.
we slept (or tried to sleep) in several different beds when we were away, they were all soft and i blamed that!
the ache is still with me, its going down my leg now - sciatica??
who knows, i didn't see a doctor,i think i see enough of them!!!
cheers - john