I have been pretty healthy most of my life and have taken very few medicines all my life( other than OTC as needed ) However, I suddenly developed this Sciatica, which went away completely and then resurged very slowly. It confused everybody including the specialists. So, it took a little longer for the Dx to be established.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s always helpful to hear from others who have faced similar challenges. I hope you find the right treatment and get back to feeling your best soon!
I am definately getting better with exs and relaxation (cos my low back and butt were very tight). And cold packs. I was advised to take an Epidural by the ‘pain specialist’. Which I did last Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Hi doc, ur knowledge is excellent! I have a very sharp pain on the backside of my lower thigh and uper calf its like sharp pins and needles i have no pain in my hips or back or uper thigh,its been 4 months im not able to walk or fully straighten my leg while walking even my calf is atrophied and it gets so severe that if i contract my abdomen or glutes it feels something is stretched behind my knee area (lower thigh) and the pain is too severe lasts for 1-2 seconds sometimes reoccurres again in few seconds and im not able to move or stand up even , my life has come to a pause since months im confined to bed , its only one leg only that specific area it occurs sometimes down the foot dull pain travels what could be the reason
Thank you for the compliment! It is hard to tell but losing strength in your calf is a problem. I would recommend finding a Manual Physical Therapist who can help you understand the cause of your problem directly.
@ i did consult docs here they were also unsure however they said maybe its coz of inflammation around the nerve area, and knots in my muscles due to prolonged sitting and bracing , any solution for this??
I am still having problem sitting due to pain under my thigh mainly. And some under my butt too. About 50% better. I have to fly coast to coast end of November and I am worried about the flight, and if I can sit that long. Please advise dear Doctor Amy ! I think that is your name-Amy
Flying and sitting for that long is super rough! Have you ever tried compression socks? Those might help. And, make sure you get up regularly and walk as much as you can. I always get an aisle seat so I can get up regularly. Wishing you the best of luck!
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I have been pretty healthy most of my life and have taken very few medicines all my life( other than OTC as needed )
However, I suddenly developed this Sciatica, which went away completely and then resurged very slowly. It confused everybody including the specialists. So, it took a little longer for the Dx to be established.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s always helpful to hear from others who have faced similar challenges. I hope you find the right treatment and get back to feeling your best soon!
I am definately getting better with exs and relaxation (cos my low back and butt were very tight). And cold packs. I was advised to take an Epidural by the ‘pain specialist’. Which I did last Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
How did the epidural work for you?
@@PT4Everybody Not sure about the benefit of the Epidural. Do they really help ? And if so, in what way and how much do they help ?
OK, now here are a few questions for you. How important is the role of medication for Sciatica ?
Personally, I prefer to avoid medication if possible and heal through natural movement!
Hi doc, ur knowledge is excellent!
I have a very sharp pain on the backside of my lower thigh and uper calf its like sharp pins and needles i have no pain in my hips or back or uper thigh,its been 4 months im not able to walk or fully straighten my leg while walking even my calf is atrophied and it gets so severe that if i contract my abdomen or glutes it feels something is stretched behind my knee area (lower thigh) and the pain is too severe lasts for 1-2 seconds sometimes reoccurres again in few seconds and im not able to move or stand up even , my life has come to a pause since months im confined to bed , its only one leg only that specific area it occurs sometimes down the foot dull pain travels what could be the reason
Thank you for the compliment! It is hard to tell but losing strength in your calf is a problem. I would recommend finding a Manual Physical Therapist who can help you understand the cause of your problem directly.
@ i did consult docs here they were also unsure however they said maybe its coz of inflammation around the nerve area, and knots in my muscles due to prolonged sitting and bracing , any solution for this??
I am still having problem sitting due to pain under my thigh mainly. And some under my butt too. About 50% better.
I have to fly coast to coast end of November and I am worried about the flight, and if I can sit that long. Please advise dear Doctor Amy ! I think that is your name-Amy
Flying and sitting for that long is super rough! Have you ever tried compression socks? Those might help. And, make sure you get up regularly and walk as much as you can. I always get an aisle seat so I can get up regularly. Wishing you the best of luck!
@@PT4Everybody Yes. I do walk around a lot. Acute pain of sciatica limited me some. Yes, I will go for an aisle seat.
@@PT4Everybody how exactly can compression socks help with the pain ? I am sure there is some science behind it.