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Originally Posted by MRM
I've had very similar back pain. After trying everything I can say you should go to a registered physical therapist who does some hands-on modalities. I do believe that some muscle massage or stretching helps immensely when your muscles get all knotted up and start spasming. But long term relief only comes when you've strengthened the muscles that are being overworked and get the strong and weak parts of your body working in tune again.
PT is tough and being diligent to do the exercises sucks, but if you do you will see extraordinary results in about two weeks. And if you stop doing your exercises you'll see the (negative) results even faster! But once you get fixed back up you should be good for a long time with just some basic exercises and stretching and a bit more body position/posture awareness.
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This is the correct answer - I have been thru this for 30+ years and MRM has clearly stated my same experience and results. Getting the right exercises and sticking with them is the secret sauce . . . However, please go to an Orthopedic MD to get a complete testing and diagnosis first . . . each person is different and if there is some basic abnormality in your spine/muscles the Ortho should determine this before starting long term rehabilitation . . . IMHO of course . . .
Regards,