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Suggest Treatment For Severe Back Pain

I just seen a new doctor pain management, because my doctor referred me, and i was currently been taking Vicodin 10/325 mg. and he put me on something he said is stronger 7.5/325 percocets, and they are not helping my back pain what so ever, why is this not stronger when he says it is, and not helping my pain
Thu, 30 Apr 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Only taking analgesic will not relieve back pain completely.

When such patient comes to my hospital we usually take MRI to see for any nerve compression.
Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.

Some exercises which can be done after pain has reduced include- Spine extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.
Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay
Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.

You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Take care.


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Suggest Treatment For Severe Back Pain

Hello, I have studied your case. Only taking analgesic will not relieve back pain completely. When such patient comes to my hospital we usually take MRI to see for any nerve compression. Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor. Some exercises which can be done after pain has reduced include- Spine extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg. Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help. You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion. Take care.