Mine is failed back surgery with severe osteoporosis in my lumbar spine. I have that severe pain in the hips and back everyday as well. I will say I'm sure it doesn't help my PN. I couldn't tell you the cause or give you much advise other than suggest you try icing your back. It's the simplest thing, but it works. I won't lie, relief is short-lived, but at least there is some relief. I figure that in your current situation what the heck, it's simple, free and worth a shot. I hope you're able to find the relief that you need. Best of luck to all of us.