Agree with much above:
1. See your doctor. Very important to know if injury, degrading discs, etc
2. Exercises. Strengthening your core will help no matter what shape your back is in.
3. Weight control important. If you're carrying extra weight, it will negatively affect your back.
4. Physical therapy may be helpful.
5. Narcotics last resort...mmmmkay?
6. I advice against chiropractors, though there are some who will disagree.
and 7....over a year ago, I'd have never thought I'd be typing this....consider acupuncture as part of your pain control. My wife has a degenerative disc disease and a long history of terrible back pain. Recent acupuncture treatment has been incredibly successful...much more than any chiropractor ever was.
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