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Lower back pain stiffness

2016-04-10 13:42:02
I woke up with lower back pain and stiffness 3 days ago. No injury or heavy wt was picked. Lower back movement is now painful especially forward bending. Have been taking painkiller and muscle relaxant. Its slightly better but hasn't healed. What to do?
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Take proper rest, don't take any of stress, apply volini gel on back muscles, you can also apply hot water bottle.they get relief, otherwise you can also take suggestion to ur doctor nearby. .

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