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Severe Back Pain, Get Relief Only With Hydrocodone (Lortab), But Is Not Recommended By Doctors. Reason?

Hey my name is Kevin. I have been suffering from back pain for a few years now even though I am only 20 years old. Every time I go to a doctor they keep giving me medicine that doesn t help the pain at all. The ones I get prescribed the most is Tramadol (Ultram) and Cyclobenzaprine ( Flexeril ). Neither help me with the pain. The only relief I have ever had was when I was prescribed hydrocodone (Lortab) but most doctors refuse to prescribe those for my pain. Why?
Thu, 20 Jun 2013
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Hi, you would benefit from back exercises/ physiotherapy and certain postural changes. If you have a sedentary job, sit with your back supported, preferably on an ergonomic chair. Also, avoid lifting anything heavy. Doctors prefer not to prescribe certain medications because of side effects from long term use.
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Severe Back Pain, Get Relief Only With Hydrocodone (Lortab), But Is Not Recommended By Doctors. Reason?

Hi, you would benefit from back exercises/ physiotherapy and certain postural changes. If you have a sedentary job, sit with your back supported, preferably on an ergonomic chair. Also, avoid lifting anything heavy. Doctors prefer not to prescribe certain medications because of side effects from long term use.