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Took Cataflam For Lower Back Pain, No Relief. Suggest Remedy

Hi. Around the end of August I ve been feeling pain in my lower back. This happens when I m laying on my stomach or sitting for about 2 minutes. The pain only stops when I lay on my back. I recently went to the doctor and he prescribed Cataflam. I ve been taking it for 2 weeks now and there is no change. What should I do?
Mon, 2 Dec 2013
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Welcome to HCM.
If not improved with first line treatment then go for certain investigations like cbc,fbs,ppbs,b12,calcium,d3,urine,thyroid profile.
X-ray ap/lat. of lumber region is also required to find out the local cause.
Take nsaid with muscle relaxant.
B12,d3,folic acid,calcium,l-arginine and other supplements are advisable.
Apply nsaid gel locally.
Take intra muscular injection of nsaid to subside the severe episode of pain.
Avoid any exercise.
Be conscious about proper posture during sitting,sleeping,working.
Physiotherapy is advisable.
Consult orthopedician for proper guidance,diagnosis and medical management.


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Took Cataflam For Lower Back Pain, No Relief. Suggest Remedy

Welcome to HCM. If not improved with first line treatment then go for certain investigations like cbc,fbs,ppbs,b12,calcium,d3,urine,thyroid profile. X-ray ap/lat. of lumber region is also required to find out the local cause. Take nsaid with muscle relaxant. B12,d3,folic acid,calcium,l-arginine and other supplements are advisable. Apply nsaid gel locally. Take intra muscular injection of nsaid to subside the severe episode of pain. Avoid any exercise. Be conscious about proper posture during sitting,sleeping,working. Physiotherapy is advisable. Consult orthopedician for proper guidance,diagnosis and medical management.