Hi, my name is Ivor33! I'm desperate to with backache!

Ivor33

Hallo all you out there and deepest sympathy to all those suffering incessant pain! 
Two things occurred recently as contributing factors to ongoing and virtually incessant back pain. The Covid lockdown meant that I was, like most people, fairly inactive throug

janer1967

Hi and welcome to the community 

Sorry to hear about your back pain have you considered seeing a chiropractor 

Feel free to join in or ask any questions 

Ross_Alumni

Hello @Ivor33 and welcome to the community.

Sorry to hear about your back pain, that must be uncomfortable. Have you explored all possible avenues of pain management with your GP?

Tori_Scope

Hello and welcome to the community @Ivor33 Thanks for joining. 

I've moved your post into our 'dealing with chronic pain' category, as it seems as though perhaps you're looking for some advice on dealing with your back pain- is that right?

You're right that many people haven't been as able to be as active during the lockdowns. Have you been able to go any exercise at home, or perhaps go on short trips out? 

chiarieds

Hello @Ivor33 - & welcome to the community. Yes, as you mention, not being nearly so active due to the lockdowns hasn't really helped. I'm a long retired physio, who also has lower back pain, & I do a few gentle exercises daily. You might like to try these to see how you go: https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/muscle-bone-and-joints/exercises/exercises-for-back-pain

As mentioned, if this increases your pain, then stop, Also talk to your GP if your back pain continues for more than a couple of weeks. If you're able, try some gentle walking. Please let us know how you get on.

Ivor33

Thanks for your consideration. I've discovered two gentlemen on YouTube who have pointed out that my backach

Ivor33

Sorry, I accidentally pressed 'send' ! To complete the message: Yes, the two gentlemen - sorry this message box is too small. I keep inadvertently pressing send. I will wait until I'm at the Desktop. Bit in the meantime, thanks for your concern Yours gratefully,
Ivor.