Working out through lower back pain

hestavi

I've been having pretty bad tailbone pain the past 4-5 months. Starts really bad in the morning, gets slightly better with activity. Worsens when I bend. The area around mostly feels stiff and the joints crack a lot, especially when bending or working out. I think the earliest instance I can remember is after a Barre class post which I had inflammation in the lower back area, which went away after a few days. Went to two different doctors who both prescribed NSAIDs and asked me to wean off working out. X-ray of tailbone area came back normal. Ice and Bengay work temporarily. Slowly looking at stretches for that area.

I picked up working out again about a month ago. Pain was on and off for the most part. My trainer has been helping me do exercises for my core. My goal is to gain strength and lift heavier, but the past one week or so my back pain has gotten worse. I felt like a wuss today having to get a bunch of movements modified, but I'm scared of worsening it.

I guess my question is, do you guys stay away from compound movements if you're facing long term pain? I'm seeing a rheumatologist because my Elevated Sed Rate came back high and I'm wondering if the two are related. Also seeing a PT. I'm scared as hell if it's going to be arthritis because I'm only 28. ( I know I say only like I'm in high school or something) I really enjoy and want to squat at least if not deadlift, and I'm scared I'll never be able to squat again...(single tear rolls down cheek)

LyndaBSS

You need to follow doctor's instructions and listen to your body. Especially when it's your back. Would you rather slow exercise down now or lose functionality in your back permanently?

Feel better soon!

glovepuppet

LyndaBSS wrote: »

You need to follow doctor's instructions and listen to your body. Especially when it's your back. Would you rather slow exercise down now or lose functionality in your back permanently?

Feel better soon!

That's exactly what I was thinking.
You can keep moving, keep fit and keep strong in lots of other ways.

dewd2

Assuming there's nothing medically causing your back issue (your doctor is always the first stop), see a competent physical therapist that can help you get to the root cause of your pain. They will help you learn how to move properly and address any weaknesses that contribute to your issues.