A few days ago I was laying down and coughing and felt a sudden sharp pain in my lower back. It was feeling better up until this morning. Now, it hurts when I walk or move. The pain is now causing my hips to hurt. How should I take care of my back to make the pain go away?
Yes you need to take good care of your back since you said you are having pain while coughing it might be chances of having PIED you need to get your MRI done for your lower spine. And few things you need to take care1-avoid forward bending2-avoid lifting heavy weights3- Chat Doctor. 4-wear back support while walking5-avoid brisk walk and even a walk also for few days till pain sbsides6-apply hot pack thrice daily for 15\u00a0mins on lower back also on hips7-take painkiller for few days8-after your MRI done get your physiotherapy also to avoid further complication9-alwaz take side turn while getting up from bed10 no high heels or too flat shoes. Wear comfortable foot wears11-consult a doctor asap