Getting Rid of Sciatica Back/Leg Pain?

By backpainhelper In Sciatica Relief |

What is the best way to get rid of sciatica back/leg pain?

Answers in ‘Comments’ below…

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    7 Comments so far

    1. Bob

      If you haven’t had any treatment yet –
      #1. first try – over the counter Naproxin as it is an antiinflamitory medicine.
      #2. Next have the doctor prescribe a muscle relaxer.
      #3. You can have an injection – steroid type shot. (might, might not work).
      #4. Surgery (this worked for me – 8 yrs pain free)

      Talk with a Medical Doctor – X-Rays will not conclude a Disk problem. Only an MRI/CatScan can do that.

      Chiropractors will not touch you if you have herniated Disks and they can make the problem worse. Chiropractors can take x-rays, but again, X-Rays do not show the disks. It will scan right through them.

      http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/sciatica.html

      Sciatica is a symptom of a problem with the sciatic nerve, a large nerve that runs from the lower back down the back of each leg. It controls muscles in the back of your knee and lower leg and provides feeling to the back of your thigh, part of your lower leg and the sole of your foot. When you have sciatica, you have pain, weakness, numbness or tingling. It can start in the lower back and extend down your leg to your calf, foot, or even your toes. It’s usually on only one side of your body.

      Sciatica may be due to a ruptured intervertebral disk, narrowing of the spinal canal that puts pressure on the nerve called spinal stenosis, or an injury such as a pelvic fracture. In many cases no cause can be found.

      Sometimes sciatica goes away on its own. Treatment, if needed, depends on the cause of the problem. It may include exercises, medicines and surgery.

    2. carrieazgirl

      Go to a Chiropractor~ pain pills just mask the problem!!!!!!!!!!!

    3. Susan Yarrawonga

      Try a Yahoo search for sciatica + "natural remedies".

    4. Ferrari Babe

      Anti-inflammatory medication.

    5. Donna Le Oiseau de Feu

      why not try full body massage. focus on legs first.especially dont forget toes.

    6. Josh F

      There’s some good answers in here, but here’s some additional factors to consider:

      Most sciatica issues come from degenerative issues rather than traumatic injuries. These degenerative issues can be addressed through proper stretching, strengthening and postural awareness. Try to avoid the activities that can irritate it, such as sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

    7. M P

      This is probably caused by your spine being out of alignment.
      I use an Osteopath for treatment, others use a Chiropractor.
      Whichever you choose make sure xrays are taken as that is the only way to know what is really happening with your spine.
      I do not choose to let a medical dr. work on my back as they have not/do not study the spine well enough and I do not like the way they handle it and medications that are handed out so freely. Ice & heat is all that should be needed unless there is a severe injury.

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