back injury recovery question

[jamiebrook]

I pulled the left side of my lower back a week ago and the pain is insane, I did it doing squats, I wonder how long is the recovery time from this type of injuries, also should I see a doctor?

 

[stevesmi]

i really hope you didn't slip a disk

if you go see a regular doctor you are wasting your time. you need to see an expert on this. they will do xrays and maybe an MRI before they even bother to diagnose you, then send you home with some pills.

 

[SteveMobsterG]

I pulled the left side of my lower back a week ago and the pain is insane, I did it doing squats, I wonder how long is the recovery time from this type of injuries, also should I see a doctor?

A pull... 3 days rest then gentle walking and stretching. 2 weeks max

 

[muskate]

Go see a professional sports therapist. You need to get a proper diagnosis.

Without knowing exactly what is wrong with the injury - it's impossible to recover from it.