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Posted 8/12/2013 8:41 PM (GMT 0)
I am in my early 30s and have been experiencing chronic back pain for about 2.5 years now. any advice? i prefer non-invasive methods. I've tried pills, they work but I do not like taking drugs. I usually use ice packs but its such a hindrance at times.
Posted 8/12/2013 8:47 PM (GMT 0)
Have you tried seeing an NP? Chiropractor? Acupuncturist? Physiatrist?

These are a few options that aren't "medication related."
Posted 8/12/2013 9:12 PM (GMT 0)
Once again I get to push my helichrysum oil discovery.
Have you ever tried the essential oil helichrysum? I userit and it is amazing for my spinal injury. I have bone on bone at my L5s1 and a herniated desiccated torn disc at my L4-L5. The blend is peppermint oil menthol crystals and helichrysum oil all blended in with a carrier oil. I use it every few hours in concert with my other meds (which don't touch the pain only keep it at bay). But this oil blend actually numb up the constant ache. It doesn't helps acute pain but it does help the ache.
I make it and sell it at cost or you can ask me for the exact measurements and make it yourself. I swear by it and so do everyone who has ever used it.
Hope you find pain relief
Morgan
Posted 8/12/2013 10:42 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Tboi and welcome to the chronic pain forum. Have you thought about finding a homeopathic in your area? That may something to consider since you are wanting to stay away from the traditional aspects of treating chronic pain.

Other than the usual, heat/ice, resting your back, maybe some core exercises an OTC meds pretty much covers it. Something you may want to think about is buying a tens unit online, alot of people have success with those, mine sure helped me.

Anyway,wanted to say hello & welcome aboard.....Susie
Posted 8/13/2013 3:42 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome.Have you had an MRI or just hurting from past sports injuries.I was 30 once too.I'm 52 and I'm really paying for all the basketball I played.I hung my sneakers up at 38.Good luck.Take care of your body.It's the only one you're issued.
Posted 8/15/2013 3:36 AM (GMT 0)
Hi TBoi, I am new to the forum as well as a back pain sufferer (low back). Heat instead of ice helps me. Also, I have used the menthol back pain patches you can purchase OTC as a supplement to my prescription medications which are surprisingly helpful. I have tried the icy/hot patches but they never got hot enough. Soaking in a hot epsom salt bath helps. Basically for me (and part of my issue is arthritis) heat was the answer instead of cold.

Good luck! :)
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