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Can Aleve Be Taken To Relive Pain In The Lower Back After A Fall During Snowshoeing?

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Posted on Mon, 15 Oct 2018
Question: thanks doc. 55 year old wife has extreme pain lower back since falling while snowshoeing a few weeks ago. She had a similar problem 25 years ago and it resolved naturally. She has had 3 strokes but none in several years and none which left lasting damage. current meds: topiramate 100 mg 2x day, metoprolol 25 mg 1 daily, clopidogrel 75 mg 1 daily, atorvastatin 40 mg 1 daily, and one baby aspirin. she has tried taking 4 extra strength Tylenol but this does not give relief. Can she safely take Aleve, and what dose. her general health is good, only slightly overweight, non smoker.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (29 minutes later)
Brief Answer:

She can take Aleve.

Detailed Answer:

Hello!

Thanks for posting your query.

For pain relief in the back she can safely have Aleve thrice a day after meals. She needs proper bed rest and a hot compress in the area.

Application of local analgesic gel will also help. In case the pain is persistent then do consult an orthopedician for a direct examination and prescription oral muscle relaxants.

I hope this answers your query.

Regards,

Dr. Praveen Tayal,
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Can Aleve Be Taken To Relive Pain In The Lower Back After A Fall During Snowshoeing?

Brief Answer: She can take Aleve. Detailed Answer: Hello! Thanks for posting your query. For pain relief in the back she can safely have Aleve thrice a day after meals. She needs proper bed rest and a hot compress in the area. Application of local analgesic gel will also help. In case the pain is persistent then do consult an orthopedician for a direct examination and prescription oral muscle relaxants. I hope this answers your query. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon