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There are exercises you can do. My sister has a bad back and she does exercises everyday. Perhaps you can ask the therapist to give you some exercises to do. But don't tell him you're not coming back.

I have had back problems for about 40 years, there is no real curer but I find it is worse to sit or stand around, much better to do something even lifting is ok if you bend the knees and keep you back straight. I find a good exercise is swimming and cycling, not at the same time obviously.

Joe- I would tell you if I knew...I have a horrible back- but here are some things that might help: massage therapy, myofacial release, meditation/deep brething/biofeedback, reiki therapy, heating pad or ice, changing positions often.  I truly hope your back heals soon! 

for real i`ve been to the chiropractor many times. i dont think there is a long term solution. i do lie on my back and raise my knees as far as i can and hold them there for a few minutes. this seems to help a little. sorry to hear about your pain. i know what it is.