pain in the...

[Gumleaf]

...back! thats what i have. its about half way down on my right side and when i get it, its stabbing. i've had it since i went to bed last night. i get it when i bend down or try and turn. if i keep my back straight and or still, its fine. any idea of how i can get rid of it without docs or chiropractors? (forgive spelling)

[Requin]

Here are some things you can do off the bupa website, hope they help:
-Stay active - return to your usual level of physical activity as soon as possible. This may hurt more at first, but it will help you get better and reduce your risk of getting simple back pain again.

-Bed rest - if the pain is so bad that you can't get moving, keep the time you stay in bed as short as possible. Lying in bed can do more harm than good.

-Stay positive and set yourself goals - this will help you get back to your usual levels of physical activity.

-Heat therapy - apply a hot water bottle or heat pack directly to the affected area, or take a hot bath.

-Ice therapy - apply a cold compress, such as ice or a bag of frozen peas, wrapped in a towel. Don't apply ice directly to your skin because you could damage it.

-Pace yourself - be careful not to overdo it when your pain improves.

Hope that helped. :-)

[Callwaiting]

This usually happens when you sleep on it funny or strain it when you move in an awkward way. Unless the pain is so great that you can't walk(in which case get yourself to a doctor) all you need is a bit of time. Try to ignore the pain and do your regular activities, It'll probably dissapear within a day or two.

[Gumleaf]

This usually happens when you sleep on it funny or strain it when you move in an awkward way. Unless the pain is so great that you can't walk(in which case get yourself to a doctor) all you need is a bit of time. Try to ignore the pain and do your regular activities, It'll probably dissapear within a day or two.

yep, you got it right. the pain is gone now which is good. :)