I went to doctor because of constant lower back pain and it goes up my spine, neck and shoulder stiffness, weakness in legs . Had xrays done and I have degenerative arthritis in my spine. and my right arm, muscles below elbow hurt so bad it hurts to even pick something up. I work 8 hrs a day on my feet and now I have pain in the arches of my feet and a burning feeling. My question is, is it fibromyalgia like my doctor says or could it be something else.
Hi, Thanks for posting your query. Your X-ray report suggests age related changes in your low back. If you are not suffering from numbness or weakness in your lower limb(s) or able to sit for prolonged time then nothing to worry.1. Sleep over hard surface without using mattress,2. Avoid lifting weights by leaning forward or bending your back. Rather sit and lift the object,3. Exercises for strengthening your back muscles like lifting legs straight, bending legs over chest, pelvic bridging exercises - twice a day will help you.4. If the pain is acute, then a course of muscle relaxants and analgesics for a week will do. Please consult your doctor before following my advice. Hope this will help you. Feel free to ask me if you have any further queries. Wish you good health. Take care. Regards Chat Doctor. 