My dad used to suffer from similar symptoms.
For years he visited many doctors, chiropractors, rheumatologists etc. Nothing really seems to make a difference. Then one day he read an article describing how dehydration could be linked to back pain.
Don’t quote me on this but as I remember, the general principle was that back pain could be caused by a water shortage in the spinal column and discs. These discs serve to cushion and support the weight of the upper body. They consist of a circle of connective tissue with a central gel-like core. This makes the spine flexible and at the same time acts as a protective buffer. A lack of water basically “dries out” the gel between the discs causing stiffness and pain.
The solution? Drink more water! So started to drink 1.5-2.0 litres of water a day. Every morning he would fill up a large plastic bottle with water and drink it throughout the day. After around a week or so the pain was gone and has not bothered him since.
Give it a go, it might work for you too. Just one word of advice, don’t stray too far from the gents on the first few days…
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HaM