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What Causes Back Pain With Stiffness While Bending?

Posted on Mon, 23 Jun 2014

Question: Back pain in lumbar area. When I feel it- it appears that there is a gristly bump ( not solid) maybe inflamation. Lower back feels stiff when bending over and also tender to the touch around the dimple area on back. Tingly sensation in legs and feet for 6 months. Xray looked normal

Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need some more details

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

The condition appears to be Sacroiliitis.

Do you have pain while getting up from sitting position ?
Have you been on any medication for this reason or any other reason recently ?
Is the tingling sensation in the limbs continuous ?

If possible please attach the xray report here on the right side of this query page.

Waiting for your response,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Raju A.T (2 hours later)

I dont have a copy of the xray report. My gp just told me it was normal. When the pain first started it was intense. I got sciatica type pain but in both legs, thighs feet and growing area. Also,burning sensation on my lower back and buttox area. Now its just uncomfertable and can mainly feel it when bending over. I get a mild tingly sensation almost every day.

Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (16 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It will end eventually

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for the information.

Need not worry, based on your description I believe that the discomfort will surely end eventually within few days.

Possibility of a inflammation of the joint can not be ruled out. Apply DICLOFENAC gel if the pain becomes continuous or becomes severe.

Wish you good health.

Regards,

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar