I have chronic back pain, and I have been going to a pain doctor for 2 years. The medications help, but I still have pain. I am thinking of doing some alternative therapy such as acupuncture or going to a chiropractor. Can those types of treatments help back pain, or are they just a scam?
There are many different reasons for back pain. The most common causes are muscular back pain, arthritis, herniated discs and spinal stenosis. So the treatment depends on the underlying cause of the back pain. Most treatment plans include some type of anti-inflammatory medication, like Motrin, as well as a pain medication frequently. Some people can get significant relief of pain from the alternative treatments, such as acupuncture, and chiropractic adjustments. You should see your regular doctor to find out what the underlying cause is. If he says it’s ok, then the alternative treatments are reasonable.
To learn more, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
If these newer medications do not help, then a small dose of a sleep medication can frequently be helpful.
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