my back is always on fire I have rheumatoid arthritis I stretch get my back rubbed daily but im having a hard time with it for it really hurts to sit and stand or bend even just a little it hurts bad I dont take pain meds anymore its been awhile I do take ibuprofen and have tried a few ra meds shots ect ! not working at all im wondering whats causing this and if its just that I actually need to take a pain med to help what is ur recomendation
In my opinion all you need to do is give you back a little rest. For immediate relief have some painkiller along with a muscle relaxant and have proper bed rest for 2 weeks. Do not lie down on soft mattress use hard one instead, do not sit for longer durations and do not travel long distance for 2 weeks. You can also apply some good anti-inflammatory painkiller gel on your back. If the pain increases do some hot fermentation locally and make a routine of doing some back strengthening exercise daily. After 2 weeks start with some back strengthening exercise. It will help you build you back muscle, and you will be able to continue with your practice in few weeks but do not overlook at the symptoms right now. You will be fine very soon. Good Luck