Ive had a lower back strain/pain/injury dec. 2014 .  I was off of wrk for 4 months.  Jan. 2016 I got 4 spinal taps in emerge which caused lower back pain again and bad headaches which eventually subsided but I still get on occasion with certain positions of my body.  What are the long term effects of the spinal taps.  This pain refuses to go away.. Its been well over a year
Hi I am Chat Doctor. .  In my opinion I think you may need some physical activities to prevent pressure on your spine and your back muscles. Physiotherapy sessions with a good chiropractor, hot massages, spinal straightening exercises and even yoga is very helpful in most of the cases.  Try to avoid heavy lifting, obesity, over weighing, vigorous movements, bad sleeping or sitting postures, and you will be fine.  Long term effects may include headaches (post lumbar picture)it may stay for 2 to 3 weeks, back pain or discomfort, bleeding or brain stem herniation are the most common effects.  Try to follow previous instructions and if pain persist I recommend MRI on spine to rule out any kind of spinal injuries like discs or herniation and follow them up with your neurologist for proper evaluation and management. Please click and consider a 5-star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Wish you good health, Any further clarifications feel free to ask.