Professional Faqs: How Does One Relieve Lower Back Pain?

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Expert opinion from Sanju Sarangan

Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 2 years of experience · India

The management of lower back pain mainly depends on the reason why the pain came to be. The lower back pain is most common in trauma to the lower part of the spine or joint, disc slip, spondylolisthesis, bad posture, nerve damage or compression due to stenosis etc. Management includes pain killers, NSAIDs, Physiotherapy, Steroids like prednisolone and surgical intervention if necessary.

Expert opinion from Marcelle Freire

Doctor of Medicine · 3 years of experience · Brazil

Low back pain is a non-specific symptom that can be caused by various health conditions, such as musculoskeletal or neurological problems. In general, the patient with low back pain can be treated generically in a conservative manner, with analgesics, relative rest, stretch and exercises to strengthen the lumbar muscles.

Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos

Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil

Particularly for acute pain, analgesics and anti-inflammatory medications are an alternative. Injections, physical therapy, acupuncture, laser therapy, weight loss, exercise, and even meditation are other treatment choices.

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