Non specific back pain!

I am really suffering with a bad back at the moment. The pain, lack of sleep and limited mobility was so bad yesterday that I phoned the doctor and got an appointment.  He thinks it is general “wear and tear arthritis” in my back and pelvic area with related compensatory muscular strain and prescribed painkillers and anti-inflamatories. Or put simply, it’s because I’m getting older. That isn’t any real comfort to me as I struggle to stand up or take the dogs for a walk! Anyway, I think it’s time for new trail shoes and wellingtons and insole shock absorbers