Does anyone know how to relieve chronic back pain due to inflammation and arthritis?

Question: I have tried OTC arthritis pain meds they don't offer much relief for me. I have had surgery for herniated disc. My doctor says that there is a lot of inflamation and arthritis in my back. You can't get Vioxx anymore. Is there an alternative?

Answers:
Ice works better than any anti inflammatory for inflammation. Apply ice for 10 min, then off for 10 min, back and forth. Naproxen would be the next thing if you don't want ice. Exercise is the best treatment for arthritis, as pain gets worse if your muscles are stiff. I would recommend going for walks. Some pools have arthritis programs to do water aerobics that are special for arthritis. There are other meds you can take, such as Celebrex. Hope this helps, God Bless

Other Answers:
Bextra is great. Try massage and contrast therapy: 15 min moist hot pack, 10 min ice pack, repeat. Always end w cold. Increases circulation, decreases inflammation, provides endorphins for natural pain relief.

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Many studies have been done linking diet to chronic pain.
Eliminate refined foods and focus on whole foods.

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Capsaicin cream works for my back pain.

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