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Can muscle spasms be relieved by medications and physiotherapy?

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Mohammed Wajid

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Published At June 27, 2022
Reviewed AtJuly 24, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am having pain in my lower back and left abdomen. I was sleeping with one leg bent up, and suddenly in the morning, I experienced sharp pain. I did exercise the day before; I do not have problems with my urination and bowel movements. However, I am unable to have food because of the pain. I have a history of low back pain and have taken painkillers in the past. Kindly help me with how to deal with it.

Thank you.

Answered by Mohammed Wajid

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. Muscle spasm can be the reason for your pain. As you have a history of lower back pain, I suggest you go for an X-ray of the lumbar spine (LS). I also suggest you apply ointment Diclofenac to the affected area, cover it with a cloth for ten minutes, then clean it with warm water twice a day. If there is no improvement in pain within a day, then visit a nearby physiotherapy clinic and take IFT (interferential therapy) for a week. After a week of physiotherapy sessions, I suggest lumbar strengthening exercises.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Stay safe.

The Probable causes

The probable cause is spasm.

Investigations to be done

I suggest X-ray Lumbar Spine (LS) anteroposterior and lateral view.

Treatment plan

I suggest interferential therapy (IFT) physiotherapy.

Preventive measures

You must avoid sitting or lying on the floor, bending, and lifting weights for a few days.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Mohammed Wajid
Mohammed Wajid

Physiotherapy

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