How Safe Are The Following Medicines For Lower Back Pain?

Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I did not receive any training on how to lift heavy objects safely. I was only asked to sign training documents. I injured my back after I have carried box with vouchers on 3 Jan 2011. I was asked by my GM to carry full box with vouchers. I have point it out that the box was too heavy however my GM did not replay on that so I have decided to carry it anyway.

I went to my GP on 5 Jan. Doctor said that I am suffering with back pain (Sciatica , sciatic nerve pain) cause of heavy lifting and I have been told to take rest for a week. Also I have been told by the doctor to make a new appointment for next week on 12/01/11. On 12th I was told by my GP to stay off sick and my next appointment was on 19/01/11 and other on 26/01/11 when I was told to stay off sick for one month more and given repeated prescribed medications.

5/01/2011:



112 Co-Codamol 30/500MG Tablets-TWO to be taken FOUR times a days.



15 Diazepam 2MG Tablets-ONE to be taken THREE times a day.



26/01/2011:



112 Co-Codamol 30/500MG Tablets-TWO to be taken FOUR times a days.



21 Diazepam 2MG Tablets-ONE to be taken THREE times a day.



I have been suffering from burning/aching sensation and shooting pain, like electricity from my lower back, down the buttocks and into both of the legs, all the way down to my calves and feet. And I feel weak and have burn like fire, numbness, tingling in my leg and feet. Also I have a cracking hip &knee &foot, back and neck pain.



In addition to my prescribed medications I have been using heated pad and continue light exercises at home that has been advised by my GP. I am awaiting Physiotherapy appointment as well.



I have swollen ankles and calves; I can not walk or sit.

I would like to know if I injured my bones and/or soft tissiues. And when I will be healhy again?

I need your specialist advice.

Thanks and Regards,