# Back pain **URL:** \ **Category:** Everyday living\ **Created:** [11 September 2020 17:28 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099 "2020-09-11T17:28:22Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Niyra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/67e7ee/32.png) [@Niyra](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Niyra)\ **Post date:** [11 September 2020 17:28 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/1 "2020-09-11T17:28:22Z")
Hello all. I was hoping for some advice Has anyone used a chair back massager? I have SPMS and also i have diabetes type 2. Just wanted to know if these chair massager are any good for us and if they are safe. Thanking you ---
**Author:** ![greenhouse](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/7c8e57/32.png) [@greenhouse](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/greenhouse)\ **Post date:** [11 September 2020 17:38 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/2 "2020-09-11T17:38:59Z")
So no, I’ve never used 1, but I do suffer with terrible back pain, I have massage and do try when ever I can do do back exercises…not easy at times, as fatigue and pain make it difficult…I’ll wtch this post with interest. Jean x ---
**Author:** ![Niyra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/67e7ee/32.png) [@Niyra](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Niyra)\ **Post date:** [11 September 2020 19:04 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/3 "2020-09-11T19:04:06Z")
Dear Jean, Lets hope we can get some interest in my post that may help us both. I used a friends back massager and it felt really nice. I was going to buy one but im not sure if its good for us, so this is why i asked the question… x ---
**Author:** ![Niyra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/67e7ee/32.png) [@Niyra](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Niyra)\ **Post date:** [24 September 2020 22:00 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/4 "2020-09-24T22:00:48Z")
I bought a back massager its a snailax back massager and its really good, it does give relief. Though my back is not good at all at the moment i am only using it for little while. The pain is just more worse at the moment and will have to also look into something else to help get this pain sorted. ---
**Author:** ![catwomanCarole58](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/e95f7d/32.png) [@catwomanCarole58](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/catwomanCarole58)\ **Post date:** [25 September 2020 02:53 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/5 "2020-09-25T02:53:44Z")
I swear by codeine phosphate. as it is an opiate I keep it to only 2 a day, so if the pain is really bad I’m allowed 2 more. opiates are where it’s at **man!** ---
**Author:** ![Boudica405](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/c4cdca/32.png) [@Boudica405](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Boudica405)\ **Post date:** [26 September 2020 13:36 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/6 "2020-09-26T13:36:47Z")
Hi, over the 22 years I have had PPMS, I have had periods of really severe back pain…usually in my lower back. It has always been sorted eventually, by the following; change of position…with help from others to turn me in bed or new support cushions… paracetomol dont do much to help. I was given oraform in the hospice, but prefer not to as it is addictive and not a great idea, unless you are on palliative care. Boudsx ---
**Author:** ![Niyra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/67e7ee/32.png) [@Niyra](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Niyra)\ **Post date:** [27 September 2020 19:28 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/7 "2020-09-27T19:28:28Z")
Thank you for your replies, I use morphine patches to help the pain plus other medication. I have also had the spinal injections but its just getting worse since lockdown. I do try and walk a little but it actually just makes it worse. I will now discuss it with my Neurologist and see if there is anything else that can be done. Must say the massager is a nice relief if only for a little while. ---
**Author:** ![NorasMom](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/b487fb/32.png) [@NorasMom](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/NorasMom)\ **Post date:** [27 September 2020 23:28 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/8 "2020-09-27T23:28:56Z")
People laugh at me, but I swear by a hot water bottle on my lower back every night when I go to bed (even in hot weather). If I skip it, the back pain dramatically increases the next day and I have more trouble moving my legs. As long as I use it every single night, the pain and discomfort are marginal. ---
**Author:** ![Niyra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/67e7ee/32.png) [@Niyra](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Niyra)\ **Post date:** [27 October 2020 11:54 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/9 "2020-10-27T11:54:16Z")
No i totally agree its been a life saver for me to. Though the pain is to the point unbearable and no one to help. I do feel very lost. Since all this covid started my back has only got worse. But yes a hot water bottle is soooo nice xx ---
**Author:** ![Inactive\_User](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/3e96dc/32.png) [@Inactive\_User](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/Inactive_User)\ **Post date:** [27 October 2020 18:44 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/10 "2020-10-27T18:44:39Z")
Hi Have you an MS Nurse? Or can you contact your Dr / Consultant for advice or Medication? ---
**Author:** ![RhianKidd](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/mssociety/user_avatar/forum.mssociety.org.uk/rhiankidd/32/4426_2.png) [@RhianKidd](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/u/RhianKidd)\ **Post date:** [25 November 2022 18:37 UTC](https://forum.mssociety.org.uk/t/back-pain/34099/11 "2022-11-25T18:37:25Z")
Thanks for your feedback here