Quote Originally Posted by civic95
So yeah my back has been killing me for 2 weeks now. All started when I was lifting some heavy stuff at work. I figured i just sprained a muscle or something, and it would get better on its own. 2 weeks, and it's not any better. Hurts the worst when I first wake up, then gradually feels better throughout the day. Anyone else ever have something like this? Should I give it more time to heal or head to the doc?
Just happened to catch your post and sorry to hear about the pain you've been experiencing. I happen to be a chiropractor, and obviously without a full history and examination I can't exactly tell you what's wrong with you but I'd certainly suggest you seek some sort of attention if after 2 weeks now you don't feel as if anything has changed. Our bodies are highly effective at adapting and compensating for injuries, so just don't assume that without any care your back will "get better" on it's own so to speak. I tell all my patients that our bodies are good at forgiving but never forget and seemingly "insignificant" occurences over time can eventually accumulate to greater problems down the road, particularly when it comes to your spine. If you have any questions or need any further assistance, feel free to take it pm or you can contact me at my office at 770-522-0070 and I'd be glad to speak with you.

BTW- IA members JaimeCBR900 (& wife) and ahmonrah happen to be patients of mine!