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Trapped nerve in lower back

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Grammaretto Sun 28-Jun-26 10:25:13

I'm struggling. This back pain is really getting me down
I've seen the GP who prescribed strong painkillers, hot and alternative cold compresses plus an appointment with the physio in 2 weeks time.

I had previously been twice to the chiropractor which didn't seem to help. He is the bone person so probably no use for this kind of pain.

I'm now a zombie from the drugs and find it hard to function. There's so much to do with having my house on the market. Keeping it clean and tidy, showing people around etc I have a permanent grimace as I limp about.
Has anyone any advice to get me through?
I will be eternally grateful. 🙏

Ramsgate62 Sun 28-Jun-26 10:50:10

Have you tried a TENs machine? I believe they’re quite good for nerve type pain.

Grammaretto Sun 28-Jun-26 10:54:02

I hadn't thought of that Ramsgate. Thanks for the tip. I'm researching them now!

MissAdventure Sun 28-Jun-26 11:10:47

I've heard good things from people who have gone to see sports injury physios.

Grammaretto Sun 28-Jun-26 11:38:08

Yes MissAdventure I hope the physio will help but I will get a tens machine in the meantime.

MissAdventure Sun 28-Jun-26 11:42:18

Good luck.
A bad back is awful; it impacts everything. flowers