Hi CBG,

Just thought I'd let you know that what you're describing can be quiet normal for someone with a back injury. Is this your first AF since your injury?

For a lot of people with lower back injuries, the extra pressure created in the abdomen by AF, causes pressure on the back. With protruding discs, this can cause the discs to touch nerves which causes pain. It sux, I know. The best thing yu can do is what you're already doing. Perhaps try some ICE on the back to try and reduce inflammation there (alternate heat and Ice as I mentioned on FCS the other day). The good news is, it should resolve in a couple of days. Just be careful with your movements in the meantime and rest where you can.

MG