I have had chronic pain for 15 years now. It all started with my lower back and hip. I am 55 years old and lost my job last year because of back problems. I also have had both surgery on both elbows, and the last one they had to remove a big piece of bone due to calcification. also surgery on my right shoulder which resulted in permenant nerve damage. When I first had back pain I saw a chiropractor. He did xrays and said my pelvis is out of line. Had MRI done 15 years ago which the Dr. said I had 3 bulging disc, sciatica, and degenterive disc. I have know insurance. I tried to do exercises the PT told me to do but nothing works. My quality of life is terrible. Do not know how much longer I can take it.
Hi, Thanks for your query. It seems you are suffering from degenerative disc disease & it occurs due to repetitive overload or stress to the disc & it increases the risk of disc herniation spinal canal stenosis. The main treatment of such pain is bed rest along with painkillers and muscle relaxants. Muscle relaxants can help with your symptoms if used in appropriate dosage in combination with a potent analgesic. You can get the appropriate Chat Doctor. Meanwhile, you can follow these measures:- If the pain is severe, you need bed rest till the pain resolves. - Get some analgesics prescribed and apply analgesic spray or ointments.- While resting, keep a pillow under your knees if it doesn't bother you.- Avoid lifting heavy objects.- Back strengthening exercises and stretching exercises daily as advised by a Physiotherapist.- Avoid exercises in times of pain. - Improvise your posture while sitting. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care