i lifted a  dumbell off the floor to put it away and i felt a pinch in my back, now it is in pain to the point when i get into my car i have to lift my left leg up with my hands to get into the car . there is also a lump about 2 inches to the left of my spine and about 3 inches up frm my waist.there is also a little swelling in the same area ... is this just a pulled muscle or could it be more serious ?
Hi, This is definitely not a lump, and you need to meet an orthopedic doctor at the earliest. It could be disc bulge or synthesis. Till then for pain you can use hot water fomentation. Take care.