i hurt my back and i look crooked like i am leaning to the left when stand.i was taken to the ER. there they gave me meds until i see my primary care doctor but my lower back really hurts and i have trouble walking.So what happened and what can i do and is a chiropractor recommended.?
HiT hank you for asking ChatDoctorI have gone through your query. Your problem is most likely a back muscle strain. But if pain radiating to your hip or legs then it is better to have a consultation with orthopedic to rule out problems like lumbar disc herniation. In case of such symptoms an X-ray followed by MRI might be needed. For muscle strain I treat my patients with muscle relaxants like thiocolchicoside NSAIDs like diclofenac and advise doing cold compress initially for some days and after that warm compress. Hope this may help you. Let me know if you have any further query.