Which is better for a seriously Spasming Muscle, Massage or Prescription Muscle Relaxants?

[lauri_geopro]

I have a bad back spasm at the moment I am using Ice...

[jgcii]

Always always always fall on the side of scrips! Drugs are the best answer.

[Meg]

Heat and massage win my vote over drugs.
Also, try 'Calmax' as it is absorbed quickly and brings wonderful relief.
((it is a calcium/magnesium powder that is made into liquid form which is easy to digest))) available at health food stores.

[tinmuning]

I'd go for heat compress & massage first. But if it really hurts nasty & I think massage would make it worse, that's where I take a pain reliever & a muscle relaxant.

[SwayGirl]

I agree with Tinmuning. If it really gets too bothersome, see a Doctor. He may be able to prescribe a good muscle relaxer which should help with the spasms.
Unless your back is swollen and in a lot of pain, I can't see where ice would help any. Same with massage.