I have had numerous tests in the last yr because of back issues, I also broke one rib& cracked one other, none density test showed hope we re bad w/ostio& the MRI showed i think 5 bulging discs, I have had my L5 shattered& surgery in 2000, I have fibromyalgia. I am 54yrs old & I am at my wits end now because my gabapentin isn t cutting it anymore so I guess I just want to know what would you do for those symptoms?
Hi, Your backache due to bulging discs which may cause nerve root compression, radiating pain and muscle weakness etc. Fibromyalgia is treated with painkillers and antidepressants and pain modifying antiepileptic Chat Doctor.  Physical therapy with acupuncture is useful. For back pain need back support belt, physician therapy and regular exercise may useful. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.