The reason why I am a bit leary of injections is they are NOT regulated as of yet by the FDA. Steriod shots need to come into compliance as well as the other medicines we take.
Sean said that mild Yoga, is a good beginning. It allows gentle stretching of the body, and does not tax any one joint in the back. He did say alot about massage. If you have a friend, or even a health club, they can do massage. When I was recoverying from my surgery, 90% those first two weeks were spent with massage, and only 10% on strength building. You start with small gentle movement, and increase over time. His take on it, was if there is surgery a possible, then to do no harm, and only be gentle. He agreed no chiropractic, unless cleared from a neruo surgeon. If it hurts, stop. I will try to get some specifics written out for you as well. Look into Lidocane patches, as they can relieve some of the pain. Most are covered under insurance programs. I will stay in touch. ginnie