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Lower Back ache
From 3 days my mother is suffering from pain in her lower back on consulting local doctor he suggest for x ray .In x ray there is some gap is visible.
He gives one belt and some medicines ,but my mother is suffering from unbearable pain as she can't sleep properly ,bend properly.
Is it normal pain for few days or it requires immediate specialist supervision pls suggest.
I m attaching x-ray photo
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Extension Exercises x 15 times x twice daily - lying on tummy, take left arm up for 3 seconds, then bring it down, right arm up for 3 seconds, bring down. Bring right leg up, hold for 3 seconds, bring it down. Then right leg up and hold for 3 seconds and bring it down. Repeat twice a day- 10 times. Bhujang Asana -- Lie flat on your stomach, keeping the palms out, bend the neck backward, take a deep breath and while holding it for 6 seconds, raise the chest up. Release breath and relax your body. Repeat the exercise 15 times twice daily.
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Lumbar belt and physiotherapy treatment best option with rest.
Avoid strain full activity till relief.
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Your mother is having degenerative changes in spine, also her back is flattened. Consult physiotherapist for:
- treatment for pain relief
- strengthening of spine muscles
- postural correction.
She may use belt for few days till pain reduces. In the long run, it is better to wean off the belt and strengthen her spine muscles which will help to maintain good posture and reduce strain.
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Consult orthopaedician to take opinion regarding calcium supplements.
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Bed rest till pain subsides. While lying down, let her keep both knees bent. You can keep a pillow under her knees to achieve this position. This will help to keep her lower back relaxed.
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It's osteoporotic spine with mild lumbar scoliosis, u need to take physiotherapy sessions for your mother for best management, medicines won't work in these cases
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Dr. Kavin Khatri
Orthopedist
10 yrs exp
Faridkot
Start with back pain relieving exercises. Sending you the link of the same.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.backpainrelieving.backpain
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Mr. Rahul Gulve
Geriatric Physiotherapist
11 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Consult a Physiotherapist along with X-ray..with physiotherapy treatment she can manage it.
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Physiotherapy treatment
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