back injuries?................................................?

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i got a friend that just got in a car accident and he got taken to the hospital but in the hospital he refused to get more medical attencion
because he is an illegal inmigrant and can't affordt the bill well
now he says that his back hurts and he is having a hard time working
is there a way he can heale on his own or what king of medical help he needs and even if you get medical attencion can you still be unable
to work?
Sounds like your friend is going to be going through a rough patch. Yes it is possible that back injuries can heal on their own, but seriously, if he is still hurting in a week or so, he needs to seek medical treatment. There are a lot of back injuries that if they are not treated it could leave him disabled for life.

He probably needs to go to the hospital. Most counties and states have clinics that are subsidized so they bill based on what they can pay.

Good Luck.  (+ info)

Back injuries?

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My dad fell from a ladder earlier today (many hours ago). The ladder slipped. He landed on his back onto a concrete floor. I was not there with him at the time, but his friend helped him up according to him after he was lying on the ground for 15 minutes. He says that his lower back is aching and sore, and he also says he feels very cold. He is able to walk and stand, it is just very painful for him. What is the best course of action to take for his health? I've suggested taking him to the emergency room for x-rays, but he says he will only go if he absolutely feels it necessary. Any advice or knowledge on what could have happened? Why would he be feeling cold? Should I take him to the hospital?

Answers needed asap please.
if he is standing he is ok just pulled muscles he will be sore for a while switch between heat and ice for 15 min each and a few asprian will do the trick  (+ info)

What are some common spine/back injuries in football players?

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I am doing a research paper on back injuries in football players and I was wondering what some specific ones were.
Or if there were any websites that you knew of to help me.
Thanks!
The most common would be strains/sprains. But the most serious would be under spondylolysis, with or without spondylolithesis.  (+ info)

Is Pilates suitable for people with lower back injuries?

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I have a friend who is recovering from a lower back injury, which has been around for some time now. She would like to get active again, but it's not as if she can hit the gym or start running straight away. Will pilates be a good form of recovery exercise?
While there are a few lower back conditions that would not benefit (and may be harmed by) a pilates exercise program, the vast majority of lower back problems will be alleviated by a good pilates exercise program.

This is largely because pilates focuses on strengthening the core muscles of the body - the abs and back muscles - and strong core body muscles are key to recovering from lower back problems and helping prevent future occurrences of back pain.

Of course, it is good to have the OK from your doctor, and to find a pilates instructor who is knowledgeable about pilates for people with back pain.

good luck to your friend.  (+ info)

What are the statistics on recovery for back injuries that last over a year?

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Resent studies show that 90% of people recover from a back injury within 3 months. The studies go on to say that 35% of people recover in 9 months and that 42% recover at 12 months.So what about the other 58%? What happens to them? When do they recover? Why isn't there more study on this? Why isn't the study longer---like say two years. I'm sure that a lot of people have recovered at two years? Right? RIGHT?
Great question.

Not sure where you got the numbers from, but my guess is the the statistics you provided are general averages conducted from a small sample of patient case studies. There are not a whole lot of supported detailed research or longer studies of recovery stats, due to the numerous variables and factors one needs to consider.

The lumbar spine (low back) has 24 disc alone. A person who has 1 level herniation will obviously recover faster than someone with multilevel problems. A person who has a back strain will recover faster than someone who had spinal fusion. An individual who has degenerative disc disease (in parallel to the back injury) will not rehab as well as someone who doesn't have that pathology. A person who is older or overweight is obviously going to recover slower than an someone who is young and thin. The list goes on and on, (with literally over a 1000 ways that effect recovery time).

You now see how many things can play a role in recovery period and the difficulty it is to put a numerical value based on one report or survey. I didn't even mention the thoracic or cervical spine yet, which just makes it even more complex to figure out.  (+ info)

How common are back and neck injuries from back flips?

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I was looking to try and learn how to do a back flip, but am concerned with any health issues that might pop up. I do taekwondo and I have heard that it is easier for those who do martial arts or gimnastics.
You should try it on a mattress first, most back flip neck injuries are from people who don't take their time, and they just try it on the Ground fro the first time, You should use a mattress first. :)  (+ info)

My husband and I have back injuries and serious back problems, Bowflex?

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Serious answers only if you owned one and expierenced the machines to compare. Is Bowflex, the top of the line one, really worth the money and can it help us that have back problems and injuries? I see that the difference between the most expensive one and the others is more excercises, well are they the ones that don't put pressure on your back? Those of you that tried these machines, please help, need to build up strength and tired of all this pain.
I'm sure both of you should be on medication, right? Sometimes over exercising can aggravate make the condition worst. Try doing the cobra posture exercise which is supposed to be good for back ache. Lie down flat on your tummy and try lift up your head and chest. Do this exercise every morning before you leave your bed and every night before sleeping.You can also try the supplement, Glucosamine Chondroitin, people who have joints and back pains swear by it.Pound some ginger and boil it in water for 15 minuties (a piece thumb sized ginger to 1 cup of water, add a bit of honey and drink it 2 times daily, it helps to relieve rheumatism associated to too long periods of muscles and bone-aches, like back pains.  (+ info)

Do NSAIDS help or hinder the healing of back injuries?

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I am taking ketoprofen for bulging disc, but i also have tight muscles that wont loosen.
Would this medication help the healing of my back in anyway or could it actually slow the healing process?
I get only some pain reduction from this medication.
NSAIDs are anti-inflammatory medications, and absolutely do help relieve back pain that's caused by inflammation, such as arthritis. Celebrex is the only NSAID that has helped me. Using anti-inflammatories won't hinder the healing of a back injury, even if it isn't helping. And, even if you don't feel it helping, it still could be.

But, if you can actually feel muscle tightening, it means they're in spasm, and unless you get a muscle relaxer prescribed by your doctor, your pain will only get worse, and the muscles will form tight knots over a period of time, and make the pain much worse. Most doctors initially prescribe Flexeril, which is cheap, but used to put me right to sleep. In my opinion, Skelaxin works the best, at least for me, both as far as how well it works and the fact that it doesn't seem to make me drowsy. It's expensive.

Meanwhile, you might try both ice packs (try a drug store for a gel filled one) and a heating pad. One or the other may give you a measure of relief. And, if you're seeking medical help for back pain, it's important to know which (if either) method helps, at all.

I've had repetitive trauma to my spine, and had to learn more than I ever wanted to know about multiple types of back pain, and treatments. I have daily pain from one bulging disc, a pinched lumbar nerve, sciatica, and arthritis in the upper 2/3 of my spine.  (+ info)

Tips for toning the abdomen w/ neck & back injuries?

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I am seeking any tips to help tone the abdominal area w/ neck & back injuries. I am currently participating in daily cardio sessions of at least 20 minutes, including a standing abs workout. It is difficult for me to do crunching motions & ball workouts. I also do some pilates sets that don't include the crunching motion, but seem to work the lower abs a bit. I am open to any other suggestions to change it up a bit.
Thanks!
eat clean drink plenty water...(green tea) lift weights as much as possible. make sure your working....when u heal do this eat healthy 3 meals 1-2 snacks. lift 4-5 days a week (leg day, back and bicep day/ chest and tricep day/ shoulder and hard core day) hit abs 2-3 days a week. do 4-6 day cardio in.  (+ info)

18 years old and my lower back and hips hurt real bad. No injuries and don't know cause. What to do?

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For the last two and a half weeks my lower back and hips feel like they are broken for no reason and hurt real bad and the pain won't go away. Especially my lower back hips are the ones that hurt real bad. When I get out of a chair I stand up with my head and shoulders leaning far forward like Im bending over and to straighten up to walk it takes a lot of pain. What should I do?
I would have yourself evaluated by a sports medicine doctor. It sounds like you have an injury that you did not remember getting that goes back two weeks ago.

If you have been using a different chair or have adjusted your car seat differently, that can affect it as well.  (+ info)

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