Just an update, I've been getting into the gym consistently for a while and my back is feeling a lot better. I haven't used the Skelaxin in a while. I've been avoiding heavy squats, deadlifts, etc but I've been doing them pretty light with high reps. Like 2x20 just to "test" my back.
The rest of my workout is pretty basic and all standing as much as possible: standing shoulder press, pulldown/ups, bench press, bent-over rows, pushups, and a little isolation arm work. Focusing on my core, I've been doing situps, planks, side planks, and bicycle crunches. I've also been running every other day on the treadmill.
It's a pretty average workout, nothing like I used to do, but it's getting the job done and my back pain is feeling gone. After another month of good workouts with no pain, I'll bring back the heavy deadlifts and squats.
I also want to thank everyone for their help in this thread. I've done the exercises and stretches and they all really helped.
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