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What Causes Chronic Back Pain Despite Taking Medications?
I ve been suffering chronic lower back pain for over 6 years. After trying everything to manage my pain (injections, physical therapy, medication and surgeons opinions) last week my pain management doctor told me I should go see a doctor/clinic where they can manage my back pain with medication, then he dismissed me from the clinic. what is the name of the clinics where people like me have to go to manage his/her pain with medication?
I have studied your case. Usually nerve compression cant be seen on x ray you may need MRI for this. There will be age related spondylitis but if there is any nerve compression then that may need specific treatment.
I will advise you to do MRI spine Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
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.
Wishing you good health.
Take care.
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What Causes Chronic Back Pain Despite Taking Medications?
Hello, I have studied your case. Usually nerve compression cant be seen on x ray you may need MRI for this. There will be age related spondylitis but if there is any nerve compression then that may need specific treatment. I will advise you to do MRI spine Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. 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. Wishing you good health. Take care.