... ed to stop and start taking fiber suppliments as i never have a solid movement or even close to firm anymore since, but i can say i don't miss the numbness i had during the bowel movements and the back pain worsened so what next! I guess what might work for one might not for another. ... (22 replies)

... Your pain..., the small of your back or the lower left quadrant directly above or below the bladder? ... (4 replies)

... he rear when sitting at traffic lights or in traffic. One resulted in avascular necrosis of the left hip which was addressed by having a bone graft done from my lower left leg. So far, this has held up, it continues to be viable. ... (4 replies)

... herniated disc, which was repaired via a partial disectomy in 1985. The procedure was a success and for 17 years I led a very active life style. Other than my lower back, I am in pretty good shape. ... (23 replies)