As in, neproxane is just like taking 4 OTC aleve?

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As in, neproxane is just like taking 4 OTC aleve?

Answer: That is correct.

Question -- As in, neproxane is just like taking 4 OTC aleve?

Answer - Depends of the dosage. I take two 550 MG of Neproxane a day. I am not sure what is a typical dosage for a single Aleeve.

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Other things that help, foam roller, tens unit, ice, massage....
inversion table and gravity boots only offer temporary relief.

and stop doing those hula-hoop contests!!!

There are enumerable abnormal (to normal variant) findings on radiographs and scans which present no symptoms or problems.

It is vital that the source of the back pain is correctly diagnosed so an intelligent treatment plan can be devised. I highly recommend consultation with Neurosurgeon before draw any conclusion.

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There are surely some very qualified opinions on this site that may have some input on this,

Issues at

L1 symptoms in the lower trunk or abdomen
L2 Hip and upper thigh
L3 Upper inner thigh
L4 outer thigh, across the knee and inner shin
L5 Outer lower shin and 1st-4th toe though most likely in the 1st and 2nd toe.

2. You should always consult your physician or pain management specialist on the best approaches to manage your pain. He or she is the best authority. I never to claimed to be one. I just stated what I am taking based on the recommendation of my Orthopedics Surgeon and Pain management specialist. Yes even in this case YMMV!

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Correctly diagnosing the cause of back pain is one of the most difficult things for a physician to do. I've seen a lot of cases where a doctor diagnosed condition X and perhaps performed surgery, only to have the symptoms remain unchanged. The lumbar spine is one of the more complex and troublesome areas of the human body. Our primate ancestors did not walk upright; thus, we were not meant to do so. We pay for our 2 legged stance with a lot of lumbosacral problems.

The man who told you to get your muscles in shape was right. For the long term, the best thing that you can do for your back is to have proper conditioning of the abdominal and back muscles. Not carrying a beer belly or excess weight also helps. (You've probably seen extremely obese people who hyperextend their backs by leaning back to offset the weight they carry in their guts.)

For the short term, muscle relaxants and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (eg. Motrin, Naproxen) are most effective. Cold applied to muscle spasm within the first 48 - 72 hours of the onset of low back pain can also help. After that, some people like to use heat only, while others alternate heat and cold applications. The bottom line is to do what works best for you.

Glad that your symptoms have improved.

Having had back issues forever (mild scoliosis), chronic pain, in my 20's feeling absolutely addicted to my chiropractor with just temporary relief.

Finally, medical doctor referred me to Physical Therapist, and the biggest improvement was made when when the core muscles were strengthened.

Now, when flare-ups happen, the Nsaids mentioned along with my favorite topical treatments, these do not have the menthol or that old-people Ben-gay scent: Arnica Gel/ointment and or Blue Emu (specifically-there are other blue gels on the market).

This past year I began seeing Chiropractor on a regular basis and found that a little exercise, massage, chiro care, meds, and of course Rest,(time to heal a flare-up)with topical treatments, all work very well for my conditions.

I believe you have to get medical attention x-rays, etc, get a diagnosis, then hit the problem from different angles.

I have never cared for the heat/ice thing, although it is very effective for some.

Also, remember for each pound one looses takes four pounds of pressure off our knees for each pound.

I don't know what your health is like other then your back, but just a heads up on that one..

I wish you well, and hope you feel better...

Back pain is the worse and no one can understand how debilitating it can be.

Recovery might be quoted at 6-8 weeks but be prepared for it to take a lot longer till you are fully recovered. Most PTs will tell you it takes up to a year to be fully recovered and the term fully recovered doesn't necessarily mean you will be functioning at pre issue levels.

Hope this helps