[flamesrule_kipper34]

So I found out today after 5 months of back pain which basically prevent me from sitting (without significant pain) and extreme running offering a sore lower back as well, that I have a bulging disc (from an MRI report).

Anyway, I've been told by my fam doctor, to take Naproxen in the morning and Tramadol Hydrochloride in the evening daily, and to continue with my physio exercising/stretching/core strengthening regimen that I've been doing since July.

He also recommended swimming and to see my back specialist to see what he would say.

Thought I would ask CP for advice on the subject as I've been dealing with this pain for 5 months now that makes sitting quite troublesome.

Any treatment options/tips/pain relief therapy?

Doc just said it'll take time for the swollen disc to fully heal, and I just need to continue on and I will continue to get better (I'm only 21, male and otherwise an in shape healthy person).

Also I play non-contact rec floor hockey (once a week), my doc said to stop completely until I'm symptom free. I talked to another medical practitioner who said it really isn't a big deal...I'm waiting to see what my back specialist says as well, anyone with any experience/knowledge have any advice on that as well?

Thanks in advance.

EDIT:

My stats: I'm 6'0, 150lbs.