I figure this is as good of a place as any for medical advice these days.

I’ve got this recurring back problem that happens every once in a while. Today I was moving cement blocks and leaning forward and “strained “ my back. Not sure if it is a muscle strain or disc and pinched nerve problem. It happens time to time. Sometimes just leaning over the sink to brush my teeth.

It is usually from lifting and leaning. Any thoughts on what is causing this? Pain usually lasts a few days to a week. Sharp pain.

Wonder if doing planks or core exercising would help.

Appreciate any help or thoughts.