kalikshama
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I don't know your whole story, but speaking from some experience with back surgery, you have to maintain some form of activity, even if it hurts like a mofo, which it does, because if you lie around a lot, which is pretty much what you want to do when you feel like that, lol, the muscles spasm and get stiff and sore and you do feel worse than before the surgery. My surgeon told me walking was my best exercise, and he was right. It's really hard, and exhausting, but even if you make it down the block and back and build up from there, it's beneficial. I've had back pain off and on for decades. Yes, Tramadol helps (like a band-aid), but what helps the most is regular yoga, walking, and maintaining a healthy weight. OP - there's your natural/OTC method - regular yoga, walking, and maintaining a healthy weight. Adding disclaimers: 1. Always consult your doctor before starting a new exercise program. 2. By "yoga," I meant Gentle or Beginners yoga 3. By "walking," I meant start slow and build from there, like windchymes said
< Message edited by kalikshama -- 2/1/2014 1:49:40 PM >
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