Does anyone feel like they get a bruised back from massage chairs?
338002
I get bruised from the massage chairs also. I use a large fluffy towel between me and the chair to soften the "massage".
238781
I have a bad back as well, in fact I have broken it 3 times, but i find if i do some mild stretches first then do your crunches or swimming  in time your back will strengthen up. the muscles around the spine will become stronger eventually you will feel that your back is normal. I use to do some serious workout s with my back, one of those workouts was May Thai Kickboxing, which is a very strenuous physical and mental workout. I found in the end that my back only got stronger and stronger, The only thing with a bad back is that if stop exercising it, it will dwindle again, so keep at it. But if you keep at it in time your back will heal. We are not as fragile as people make us out to be, our bodies can take a fare bit
933954
Oh honey,  I am so sorry.  The mind is very powerful.  I can understand that you are stressed.  What you mentioned about it being more painful now that you have noticed the mass...is very accurate.  When you focus your energy on stressing about a health problem, it almost always makes it feel worse.  I have also been having health (teeth) problems that are totally encompassing, and I *can't* possibly put it out of my mind.  All that I can suggest is to change *how* you are thinking about it.  Instead of worrying about it and making yourself miserable, try to use your own energy to visualize healing yourself.  Instead of projecting/manifesting negativity, send positive healing thoughts to your body.  Tell your immune system how incredibly strong and smart it is, and how it is fully capable of healing your body.  I know it sounds crazy...but it will help you to feel better.  When you guide your body to do this, you need to be 100% confident in what you are thinking.  Not only will it actually lessen the physical pain that you are feeling, but it will also help lessen your anxiety about it until your appointment.  Whatever treatment the doctor gives you, continue this practice.  It will help you heal quickly.
962754
YES!!!!\nWhoever told you that you "probably" have a bulging disc is "probably" correct.  You dont state if you went to your GP or someone else or how you injured youself, but you are going to need an MRI and you are going to need to see a neurologist/ neurosurgeon. \nThe reason you feel like this is because the nerves in your lower back  not only give you sensation in your back, but the control your internal organs in that area- your bowels & bladder-- so if you injured a disc, the nerves in the area are being irritated or pinched so to speak & the bladder may not be getting the messages from the brain that it needs to function properly.\n\nPLEASE go call your doctor- and tell them you have lost bladder function due to your disc problem- they will get you in ASAP.\n\nIt is still possible that you have a kidney or bladder problem or a prostate problem, depending on your age, but it's best to have them do a MRI & that can tell a lot anyway.\n\nPlease dont let it get worse so you dont have any permanent damage.
823199
nope - gotta fix itself over time - very sore i bet ! would give ya a hug but scared to hurt ya!!
408583
My opinion: if it doesn't hurt all the time- try and get a 30 minute basic swedish massage- with attention to that area. Go to an experienced massage therapist though, usually they'll know what it is and if you need further help.  \nYou can look up muscle knots on the internet or read an A&P book for more knowledge what they are and what causes them. They basically happened because like you say you overstretched the muscle and it hasn't ever been able to relax on it's own.  Don't be suprised if they wanna do a glut.(butt) massage too- some low back problems start there. I know it's strange but it will feel better.
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MRI isnt necessarily going to let you know whats the cause of your back pain. If you have fallen recently, you may have a some sort of vertebral bruising. Typically back pain arrises from muscle strain. If you have done heavy lifiting or strenous excercise and your lower back hurts, the piriformis muscle (around the buttocks area) can become very tight causing very painful back pain. That muscle happens to tighten up often when i run alot. \n\nMy suggestion, get a nice lower back massage or, if you are worried, go see an osteopathic doctor. They can do back adjustments and/or give you a cortazone shot if need be in order to help with pain. I deffintely recommend a DO over and MD... \n\n...good luck...
955949
It sounds like just a bruise. You may have hit your funny bone causing tingliness and such. You have now gained all feeling back, which is good. Wait a day or two, and if its doesnt improve get it xrayed. If its not swollen, your fine.
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That must feel awful, all the time. My heart goes out to you. There are two ways, which occur to me, and I'm 63 years old. The first is pills. You can probably find some pills from your doctor, and if you take enough of them, they might "take the top off" the pain (ease it somewhat), but you are asking for a cure. And cure is a different animal. When a person has "pins and needles," something is being impinged upon inside your body. Something is tangled up that needs straightening out again. All I can do is strongly suggest you see a chiropractor. Why? I dislocated my back over twenty years ago. I actually dislocated L-4 and L-5 (two lumbar vertebrae, lower back). In the very first visit, my chiropractor managed to clear that injury OUT. It has never since come back, over twenty years later, so you can see why I would be inclined to advocate for chiropractic. I fully realize it is not for everyone, and the good news is, one visit and you will probably get a gut feeling about whether or not it is for you. But the alternative, in my opinion, is twofold: pills or surgery. What does your doctor tell you about all this? I am just a layman. Well, I really hope this helps you come to decide some course of action to repair your body. It must be awful to have that nagging at you all the time. I wish you complete success with this issue, no matter what course you choose, and I will be holding strong and positive thoughts on your behalf, knowing something much better will be on the horizon for you and this issue before the leaves begin to drop off the trees in October. Sent to you with love from G. in South Portland, Maine, U.S.A.
307688
You should go to the chiropractor. THey will crack your back and make it feel better. Good luck!! BAck pain is no fun!
128658
you can get an ergonomic assessment. or check to see that there is no strain on your back, hands. plant your feet flat on the ground and sit upright. Place your monitor such that your eyes look straight into it.\n\nFor more info: http://www.spine-health.com/topics/cd/ergo/ergo03.html
972196
Just like charbar I have that pain in my feet when I get up.You might want to see a chiropractor for a check up.It could be poor circulation of blood, or possibly pressure on some nerves in your back.I have some back problems myself.
885493
it not only feels like a punch... i always feel like i just got run over. the pain is more than i can handle! so advise... hot chocolate and a chick-flick!!!!!! it always helps
701100
I have not done that but I did have a full body massage one time and was left to relax afterwards with eye mask and headphones on and swathed in several towels. It felt totally weird for a while but just as I was getting used to it the therapist came back and released me.
949968
HI MATE, I FEEL FOR YOU AS I TOO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH MY BACK AND HAVE FOR MANY YEARS,I DO HOWEVER AFTER BEING ADVISED BY MY SURGEON NOW SLEEP ON MY SIDE WITH A PILLOW TUCKED BETWEEN MY KNEES, THIS TAKES A LOT OF PRESSURE OF THE LOWER BACK AND YOU WILL SOON NOTICE THE RESULTS.HOPE THIS HELPS.
71079
It depends.  Commonly it resolves on its own in 6-8 weeks if you don't injure it again.  Heat pads, anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants, and stretching exercises can be used to partially relieve symptoms.  Many people find massage to be soothing during this healing period.  Because of the time sequence, many people mistakenly assume that one of these treatments actually cured their back pain.  It is also important to examine your postures and activities for any that may be causing you to irritate your back.  Some overweight people find that losing weight decreases the frequency of their back problems.\n\n***** HOWEVER keep in mind that a small number of cases are caused by very serious conditions ranging from herniations to tumors and metabolic diseases which can severly weaken the bone and injure nerves.  It is very important that these conditions be excluded before any manipulative forces are applied to your back.  Otherwise you risk serious nerve or spinal cord injury.
763050
Do you slouch or do you sit up straight? This could be nothing more than muscle spasms or pain from trapped wind. If you were suffering heart trouble you would be feeling the pain in the centre of your chest, in your neck or your arms. I don't think it could be your liver or you would be feeling 'out of sorts' too. Call NHS direct and have a word with them to see what they think. They will not offer a diagnosis but will advise you to visit your Doctor if they think it neccessary.