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Suggestions please—lower back pain interrupting sleep

Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Apr 26 12:56pm | Replies (67)
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@msvjv

Hi. As I mentioned, I do have an adjustable bed. For years it worked to relieve back pain when I’d adjust the head and foot. It’s no longer helping, even with a new mattress.

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catluvver | @catluvver | Apr 12 10:19pm

I'm sorry to hear that. Pain feels so inexorable. I wish it wasn't so. I truly hope you find something that helps. Maybe there is something new on the market? I wouldn't know or I'd share. I have trouble keeping my brain and emotions in check when I'm in pain. I really do feel for you and wish you a solution that makes it bearable.

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heyjoe415 | @heyjoe415 | Apr 14 6:25am

Hi msjv. Here are some ideas:

1) The pain from your hip may be altering your gait, adding pressure to your back. So the hip replacement should/could help the back.

2) I'd also add shoe inserts/arch supports as these can help the back, sometimes significantly.

3) 5% lidocaine patches are available through an Rx. Insurance doesn't always cover these but if declined, you can appeal to describe your circumstances. I don't know how they work on the back. I use them for my shoulder. 12 hours on, 12 hours off.

4) Strengthen your core muscles. I'd look this up. My lumbar spine has almost everything wrong with it. I've avoided surgery by keeping my core muscles strong. You could even hire a trainer at the local gym, or have your Dr prescribe PT for this, or both.

Hope this is helpful. All the best.

Joe

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