Hi i was lifting something heavy and i heard a popping sound in my back or i felt it at least and i was in slightly severe pain for about 10 to 15 minutes and its been 2 days and it is still moderate pain and when i move it gets worse whats wrong with me doc?
HiT hank you for asking ChatDoctorI have gone through your query. Your problem is most likely damage to intervertebral disc or a muscle strain of back. A physical examination with an orthopedic followed by an X-ray and an MRI if needed will rule out that. In both case initially is managed by conservatively. Usually I prescribe muscle relaxants like thiocolchicoside and NSAIDs like diclofenac for short duration and rest for 5 days followed by physiotherapy and exercises. In case of damage to disc physiotherapy should be done for long term. Lumbar supporting belts also will be helpful in such case. Hope this may help you. Let me know if you have any further queries.