PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Whether you are young or old, you have probably experienced some form of back pain. Maybe stiffness or a slight ache, or perhaps something worse, like severe pain or some limitations in movement.
Especially in cases where the symptoms are not as severe, you can take certain steps to keep it from getting worse. Ice packs and massages can help as well as anti-inflammatory medications, if your physician approves.
Often, this is all it takes and you feel better in a few days. Some red flag warnings: pain down your leg and below your knee, pain from an injury, or pain so intense you can't move around.
Don't be afraid to get help if needed. When the cause is more complicated, it may require more complicated treatment.
Get more medical reports from Dr. Brian McDonough.
KYW Newsradio's Medical Reports are sponsored by Independence Blue Cross.
