Diaper Swappers

steph410 · 11-20-2012, 08:43 AM

I'm 20 weeks right now and I somehow strained my back

I've hurt my back numerous times in the past, so it's nothing new, but I have 4 littles to take care of right now and hope for this to resolve soon. It hurts to walk or to drive, etc.

So far I have tried icing it and resting. But today I have to go grocery shopping and I'm making Thanksgiving dinner for 4 adults and 4 kids in 2 days.

Does anyone have other tips on how to heal as quickly as possible? thanks!

momneedssupport · 11-20-2012, 08:53 AM

Maybe those stick on heat patches and muscle rub....we like tiger balm. Hope you feel better soon.

MrsCrafty · 11-20-2012, 10:06 AM

I've never had to deal with back pain, but really hope you find something that works! I agree with trying heat though, I would think heat to help relax the muscles would be better then ice?

babyrosie · 11-20-2012, 10:38 AM

I think the best thing for your back is to go for a walk to get your muscles warm and then do some really good stretching. I don't think I will be able to accurately describe stretches in writin but I am sure they are easy to look up on YouTube

twinpossible · 11-20-2012, 02:29 PM

DDC...

I am queen of back issues! I have thrown out my back several times in the past but I have been really good lately. However, I hurt my upper back a few months ago and then ignored it until the pain was unbearable. I tried massage first because my mother is a massage therapist and then saw a Chiro. turns out that my back was out and pushing two ribs out of place. The back pain that I thought was muscles spasms was actually from a larger problem. I let it go on too long and now I have a ton of scar tissue. So that being said there are a couple things you can do.

- Try ice for 15 min. then take a 15 min. break then again for 15 min. if that feels better then you might have a alignment issue.
- If the ice does not make it feel better and you feel more tight then you have a muscle issue so try a hot water bottle or bath. Icy Hot products will help too. If you can try to get in for a massage before everyone breaks for turkey. Massage Envy has a great deal for first timers.
- No matter what rest as much as you can, take breaks often and drink tons and tons of water. No carrying around the kids, make them walk for now.

Sorry mama, I really do know this pain. I am seeing the Chiro. now about twice a week and it is getting worlds better. You really do need to find out what type of issue you are dealing with first.

steph410 · 11-20-2012, 03:00 PM

I would guess it is an alignment issue because when I look in the mirror, one side of me is sort of up higher than the other (hard to explain). Every time I hurt my back it seems to be a similar thing. Icing it on and off has helped and it's feeling a little better. I've been trying to not pick up anything or do laundry. Thanks for the tips. I've never been to a chiro before...

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Originally Posted by twinpossible

DDC...

I am queen of back issues! I have thrown out my back several times in the past but I have been really good lately. However, I hurt my upper back a few months ago and then ignored it until the pain was unbearable. I tried massage first because my mother is a massage therapist and then saw a Chiro. turns out that my back was out and pushing two ribs out of place. The back pain that I thought was muscles spasms was actually from a larger problem. I let it go on too long and now I have a ton of scar tissue. So that being said there are a couple things you can do.

- Try ice for 15 min. then take a 15 min. break then again for 15 min. if that feels better then you might have a alignment issue.
- If the ice does not make it feel better and you feel more tight then you have a muscle issue so try a hot water bottle or bath. Icy Hot products will help too. If you can try to get in for a massage before everyone breaks for turkey. Massage Envy has a great deal for first timers.
- No matter what rest as much as you can, take breaks often and drink tons and tons of water. No carrying around the kids, make them walk for now.

Sorry mama, I really do know this pain. I am seeing the Chiro. now about twice a week and it is getting worlds better. You really do need to find out what type of issue you are dealing with first.

jessicanashville · 11-20-2012, 05:26 PM

I would try to get in to the chiro asap if not at least get a massage when the muscles relax maybe the bones can get back to their normal position. I get treatments at the chiro a lot after babies are born as my bones never go back together nicely

Hope you get relief quickly and get to enjoy the holidays

twinpossible · 11-20-2012, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by steph410

I would guess it is an alignment issue because when I look in the mirror, one side of me is sort of up higher than the other (hard to explain). Every time I hurt my back it seems to be a similar thing. Icing it on and off has helped and it's feeling a little better. I've been trying to not pick up anything or do laundry. Thanks for the tips. I've never been to a chiro before...

Before last week I had never been to one either. I was really frightened but I was in so much pain I was willing to try pretty much anything that was safe in pregnancy. Check your insurance, mine covers 15 visits. I only have to pay my copay at each visit. It took two adjustments before I had a day with no pain at all. Sorry mama

KelseyH · 11-20-2012, 08:30 PM

I would highly recommend a good acupuncturist! I had a slipped disc and lots of inflammation in my back... Didn't want to take any medicine or do anything too drastic while I was pregnant (with DS) so I saw an acupuncturist. Oh my goodness. HEAVEN! I haven't had problems since. I saw her weekly for about a month and then monthly for about six months. She charged $35 per appointment (self pay). Sadly she then moved away and now there are no local acupuncturists.

but DH saw her too and we both swear by acupuncture now.

steph410 · 11-21-2012, 07:30 AM

thanks for all the advice! I'm going to think about going to a Chiro if it's not better in a few days. Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving

11-20-2012, 08:43 AM	#1
steph410 Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 5,969 Ratings: 295 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Hurt Back I'm 20 weeks right now and I somehow strained my back I've hurt my back numerous times in the past, so it's nothing new, but I have 4 littles to take care of right now and hope for this to resolve soon. It hurts to walk or to drive, etc. So far I have tried icing it and resting. But today I have to go grocery shopping and I'm making Thanksgiving dinner for 4 adults and 4 kids in 2 days. Does anyone have other tips on how to heal as quickly as possible? thanks! __________________ Catholic mom to five wonderful little boys- we welcomed our newest baby on 4/6/13

11-20-2012, 08:53 AM	#2
momneedssupport Registered Users Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fayetteville, AR Posts: 3,092 My Mood:	Re: Hurt Back Maybe those stick on heat patches and muscle rub....we like tiger balm. Hope you feel better soon. __________________ Cecili Wife to Bryan (5-15-04) Momma to Brayden (2-5-08) Clara Reece (11-24-10) And Bennett Lane (3-27-13)

11-20-2012, 10:06 AM	#3
MrsCrafty Registered Users Formerly: mommy2wyatt Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 5,122 Ratings: 268 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Hurt Back I've never had to deal with back pain, but really hope you find something that works! I agree with trying heat though, I would think heat to help relax the muscles would be better then ice? __________________ Denise, building a life with B my farmer, Mom to W 12.2006, and A 04.2013 and Bonus Mom to L 09.2006

11-20-2012, 10:38 AM	#4
babyrosie Registered Users Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 589 Ratings: 3 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Hurt Back I think the best thing for your back is to go for a walk to get your muscles warm and then do some really good stretching. I don't think I will be able to accurately describe stretches in writin but I am sure they are easy to look up on YouTube __________________ Wife to the love of my life, mama to 2 beautiful blessings from God

11-20-2012, 02:29 PM	#5
twinpossible Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: in a pile of laundry! Posts: 1,966 Ratings: 2 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Hurt Back DDC... I am queen of back issues! I have thrown out my back several times in the past but I have been really good lately. However, I hurt my upper back a few months ago and then ignored it until the pain was unbearable. I tried massage first because my mother is a massage therapist and then saw a Chiro. turns out that my back was out and pushing two ribs out of place. The back pain that I thought was muscles spasms was actually from a larger problem. I let it go on too long and now I have a ton of scar tissue. So that being said there are a couple things you can do. - Try ice for 15 min. then take a 15 min. break then again for 15 min. if that feels better then you might have a alignment issue. - If the ice does not make it feel better and you feel more tight then you have a muscle issue so try a hot water bottle or bath. Icy Hot products will help too. If you can try to get in for a massage before everyone breaks for turkey. Massage Envy has a great deal for first timers. - No matter what rest as much as you can, take breaks often and drink tons and tons of water. No carrying around the kids, make them walk for now. Sorry mama, I really do know this pain. I am seeing the Chiro. now about twice a week and it is getting worlds better. You really do need to find out what type of issue you are dealing with first. __________________ A crunchy wife to B and momma of identical twin girls G & E , our rainbow baby C born at home April 2013 and R forever in my heart.