I am doing the race for life in may, and have had a back opp about 4 years ago, The problem is just lately I have had pain in the lower back and side.This pain is sore most of the time ,and Im just woundering if I should run anymore? Can you advice me?
Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. No, not advised to run along with pain.2. Visit your GP get an x-ray lumbar spine done, and depending on findings you may have to get MRI done (which will help to find out your disc and nerve status).3. After that depending on the findings, you may have to do some simple exercise on daily basis which will relieve from the pain.4. Do not simply bare the pain or take painkillers, please evaluate the cause and get treatment accordingly. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you.