Off-Topic back spasm

[jeffandseneca]

Hi all
How long does it usually take to resolve back spasm...i violently twisted my back playing soccer....i am in day 5....right now, it feels a bit sore, in lower left hand side of my back
any suggestions to speed the process of healing?

 

[Steve Freides]

Step 1: See your doctor to be sure it's nothing serious.

Step 2: General guidance is rest but then you want to start moving again, doing only a little and gradually more as you can tolerate it - don't push it. Ask the doctor about taking anti-inflammatory medicine - doing so helps many people break the cycle of inflammation and speeds healing.

Step 3: Don't forget Step 1 - start with your doctor, follow his/her advice.

-S-

 

[pet']

Hello,

+1 for @Steve Freides (as always ! )

Here are some interesting reading, if someone finds it useful
What Is Your Back Muscle Spasm Telling You?
Understanding and Treating Lower Back Spasms

Kind regards,

Pet'