Orthopaedic Appointment

So I went to the Orthopaedic's today for an appointment for my back. I am supposed to rest it, no physical activity, for at least 6 weeks. (I have another appointment then to re-assess the pain) I am on steroids for 6 days, muscle relaxant for 2 weeks, and (after the steroids) an anti-inflammatory for 30 days. Also, I am supposed to use the heating pad on it 3-4 times a day for 1/2 hour each time, and I am supposed to take two hot showers, 20 minutes each, per day, with the water right on my back. So hopefully that will make my back heal!