Have you ever woken with excruciating back pain getting out of bed? This is a common statement made. In many instances people will say they did nothing other than get out of bed the same way they do every day. But there is often more to the story.

More to the story?

Yes, as in what were your activities one or even two days before. Many do not see the connection, but in many instances where people woke in pain what they did 24-48 hours before was a factor.

How?

Well…events that happen such as heavy lifting, bending/twisting, etc can lead to delayed back pain even if you had not sense of an issue in the moment. What happens in that moment is a pulling or pinching around the spinal structures (facet or disc). In many cases people are only aware of some effort and nothing else. But this event can trigger inflammation. That inflammation then must build to a certain level before people become aware of it. That can take one to two days sometimes…and that is where this excruciating back pain getting out of bed comes into play.

All too often people will say they cannot move, cannot stand up tall, and cannot do anything. Their first inclination is to self-medicate with NSAIDs. This may or may not impact the symptoms. They may make an appointment with a physician or present to the ED with pain. Often prescription pain meds or muscle relaxers will be prescribed. Either or both may help. After a few days the severe pain is likely to go away and then people tend to move on.

BUT…this should not be the end. People should address the reason for the issue in the first place. Otherwise, it is likely to reappear again. And that next episode may be even worse than the one before.

There is another group where the severe pain remains. They struggle with even simple daily tasks. These are the folks who find their way to a muscle and joint expert to address the root cause…or find themselves convinced surgery is their only option. Before surgery is considered, spending time with a muscle and joint expert is highly recommended. No one really wants back surgery unless absolutely necessary.

If you have ever woken with excruciating back pain getting out of bed and want to solve the problem and prevent future episodes…then click the following LINK to connect with an expert today.