Yes, the exercises I mentioned in the Physicians Handbook, are doing exactly that - stretching the back, I also skipped my weight lifting session to give it a chance to rest, and I took a bath in Epsom Salts which gave me a great deal of relief while I was in the hot water.
All of your suggestions are right on the money. Thanks.
??? weight lifting ??? when back hurts ??? IDTS I don’t think so !!!