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How To Treat Back Pain Despite Having Bursitis On Femur Bone?
I have been having on going back pain for 10 to 15 years fallen of ladders and having degenerative disk disease to having bursitis on the head of my femur bone and now the hip joint has a slight curve and doesn t sit right in the socket what can be done to give me relief taking hand fulls of pain meds a day and nothing is working.
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Hi,
Chronic back pain can be a complex issue and may require a multifaceted approach to treatment. Here are some possible strategies:
* Physical therapy: A physical therapist can help you develop an exercise program to improve your strength and flexibility, as well as teach you, proper body mechanics, to reduce strain on your back. They may also use manual therapy techniques to improve joint mobility and reduce pain.
* Medications: In addition to pain medications, your doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory medications, muscle relaxants, or nerve pain medications to help manage your symptoms.
* Injections: If other treatments are not effective, your doctor may recommend injections of corticosteroids or other medications into the affected area to reduce inflammation and pain.
* Surgery: Surgery may be recommended in some cases, such as when there is a herniated disc or spinal stenosis. However, surgery is generally considered a last resort after other treatments have been tried.
* Alternative therapies: Some people find relief from chronic pain through alternative therapies such as acupuncture, massage therapy, or chiropractic care. It is important to discuss these options with your doctor before pursuing them.
It is important to work closely with your healthcare provider to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs and goals. They may also refer you to a pain specialist or other healthcare provider who specializes in managing chronic pain.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Chronic back pain can be a complex issue and may require a multifaceted approach to treatment. Here are some possible strategies:
* Physical therapy: A physical therapist can help you develop an exercise program to improve your strength and flexibility, as well as teach you, proper body mechanics, to reduce strain on your back. They may also use manual therapy techniques to improve joint mobility and reduce pain.
* Medications: In addition to pain medications, your doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory medications, muscle relaxants, or nerve pain medications to help manage your symptoms.
* Injections: If other treatments are not effective, your doctor may recommend injections of corticosteroids or other medications into the affected area to reduce inflammation and pain.
* Surgery: Surgery may be recommended in some cases, such as when there is a herniated disc or spinal stenosis. However, surgery is generally considered a last resort after other treatments have been tried.
* Alternative therapies: Some people find relief from chronic pain through alternative therapies such as acupuncture, massage therapy, or chiropractic care. It is important to discuss these options with your doctor before pursuing them.
It is important to work closely with your healthcare provider to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs and goals. They may also refer you to a pain specialist or other healthcare provider who specializes in managing chronic pain.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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