I mucked up my back

[jacque]

Things were going great. Had just finished 260x5x5 on oly squats, and I was picking up a weight to place on another bar, when "ping", something twinged in my lower back. Now, it's not un-bearable, so that's a start.

I don't know any terminology, but basically it's as low in my back as I can get. I can't squat down too far, and it's tough to bend over. It feels best if I curl up and pull my knees to my chin.

I'm guessing it was just a muscle pull and that if I take it easy, things should work themself out. I don't really want to spend money if I don't have to. (Poor college student)

My question is, is does it sound like something that could just work itself out? OR, should I go see a chiro or someone like that. I've honestly never had a back injury before, so I don't know what's best.

Thanks.

[Bill Hartman]

Most of these injuries are simply muscle spasms. Lots of painfree movement will help. You may also need to stretch your hip flexors based on your relief position.

Bill

[jacque]

thanks Bill