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How do I get rid of stiffness after surgery?
Hi!
I just had back surgery, a growing rod adjustment and I'm very stiff and in pain (but still cheerful). I was just wondering how to get rid of my stiffness, as the muscle relaxant isn't working very well and when i try to stretch, it hurts extremely. It even hurts when i cough and sneeze. Please Help!
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I think a good heating pad could really help. You may also talk to your surgeon about a muscle relaxer it gets better over time. good luck
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This is really a question for your surgeon. When you have healed enough physical therapy will be perscribed. Until then I would suggest you not do anything not approved by your doctor. The last thing you want is to end up with chronic back pain.
As one who suffers from chronic back pain I can tell you it is no fun. The treatment is big needles driven into your back to your spine to inject steroids. It can be as painful as the back pain.
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go to physical therapy a few times a week and do all your stretches they tell you too.
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