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Low Back Pain

Low or lower back pain is a painful condition affecting the lowest part of the spine. It can occur due to muscle sprain, improper posture, lifting of heavy objects, and arthritis. Mostly it heals on its own. In some cases, physiotherapy is required. Pain relievers can be taken to have relief. In some cases, surgery is required.

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I get back pain only when I gain weight. Why?

Query: Hi doctor,I am a 31-year-old male and single. I am getting pain in my back in recent days. I used to maintain my weight around 155 to 165 pounds. Recently, after my kidney stone surgery, my weight increased to 175 pounds. After an increase in weight, I started getting back pain when I walk for more ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sumit Chawla

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. With an increase in weight, there is increased strain on the lower back. This effect is further accentuated by the abdominal type of obesity. You should change your working posture and adopt a healthy posture. If your occupation involves lifting heavy weights, then a ch...  Read Full »

I have pain that radiates from my back to the thigh. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 28-year-old woman. I am suffering from a radiating pain that spreads from the back to the lower half of the body. I have had this issue for a year. It aggravates me when I ride a bike. Occasionally, the pain may also radiate upward. If I keep hard items then I get some relief. I ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sumit Chawla

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your symptom profile with long duration of pain unsettled after muscle relaxant points towards disc herniation as a probable etiology. You need to visit an orthopedic surgeon for neurological examination to look for signs of neurological impairment and get an...  Read Full »

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