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What Is The Remedy For Lower Back Pain Extending To Thigh, Tense Muscles With Throbbing Pain, Numbness And Sensitive To Touch?

I have lower back pain that extends to the left thigh. Side and the front of the thigh down to above the knee. The muscles are very tense and ache constantly with a throbbing pain. The top of my thigh feels almost numb. It is very sensitive and hurts to touch it. It feels better sometimes if I walk but when I stop or stand still, it hurts. It hurts no matter what I do. Sleep, sit, stand, bend and sometimes when I walk.
Thu, 30 Jan 2014
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Hi,

I have read your problem.

Usually back pain is managed with pain-killers till 1 month period. If it persists beyond 1 month, then further investigations are done. Since you have a bad pain I will suggest the following:

- Back pain can be due to many reasons. You should get x-ray lumbosacral spine done in AP and Lateral done send us report or discuss it with your doctor. Only then further management can be advised.

- Avoid heavy weight lifting pushing and pulling heavy objects, because it will further increase back pain.

- You can take medicine like painkillers + muscle relaxants by discussing it with your doctor. You may need stronger pain-killers which are available on prescription only. You can try ibuprofen or naproxen till you see your doctor.

You can also discus about pregabalin tablets with your doctor for your numbness.

- Apply hot packs for 30 min in morning and evening .

I hope it helps.

You are welcome to ask further health related queries.

Thanks.

Dr.Singh.

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What Is The Remedy For Lower Back Pain Extending To Thigh, Tense Muscles With Throbbing Pain, Numbness And Sensitive To Touch?

Hi, I have read your problem. Usually back pain is managed with pain-killers till 1 month period. If it persists beyond 1 month, then further investigations are done. Since you have a bad pain I will suggest the following: - Back pain can be due to many reasons. You should get x-ray lumbosacral spine done in AP and Lateral done send us report or discuss it with your doctor. Only then further management can be advised. - Avoid heavy weight lifting pushing and pulling heavy objects, because it will further increase back pain. - You can take medicine like painkillers + muscle relaxants by discussing it with your doctor. You may need stronger pain-killers which are available on prescription only. You can try ibuprofen or naproxen till you see your doctor. You can also discus about pregabalin tablets with your doctor for your numbness. - Apply hot packs for 30 min in morning and evening . I hope it helps. You are welcome to ask further health related queries. Thanks. Dr.Singh.