I periodically have lower back pain with spasms on my left side which I have been experiencing on and off now for at least 10 years. I am 53 years old, female and was in very good health until I first experienced a painful spasm while gardening. My back went into lock & I couldn t move for a couple of minutes. When I now have back pain it is quite severe and I m walking as if crippled as it is impossible to walk properly. In the last year, this has happened me about 4 - 5 times and lasts about a week to 3 weeks. Although the pain doesn t affect my legs, it is going down into the hip. Is it possible that I may eventually need a hip replacement if the pain becomes more frequent and severe.
Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of this nerve root there can be pain in your back. I will advise you to do MRI spinor these symptoms analgesic and neurotrophic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and inferential therapy will give quick relief. I will advise checking your it B12 and it D3 level. Hip replacement can be advised after clinical examination. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care