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What Is Sciatica And Why Does It Tingle So Much?

Staffers — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:05:18 +0000

I’ve been being told that I have sciatica and I have no clue what it is. Can somebody PLEASE tell me what this is? I know it’s a nerve that runs down your leg, but why is it tingling? Like, it tingles every time I lay down on my left side and its never done that before. What is it? Why does it tingle when its never done it before?

What Is The Best Treatment For Sciatica–injections Or Physical Therapy?

Staffers — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:44:34 +0000

I was wondering because my doctor referred me to physical therapy, but she also said that I could get injections too. For those who do not know what sciatica is, it is the strain of the sciatic nerve that travels from your back, through your leg, to your foot causing sever pain, numbness, and tingling in your foot.

What Are Some Ways To Relieve The Pain From Sciatica?

Staffers — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:15:29 +0000

I’m only 14 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing a little bit of sciatica since my 10th week. It usually doesn’t last for very long but when it does I can’t even walk. I was just wondering if anyone knows of any ways of relieving the pain, and when it should go away. I know it’s not from the baby right now but probably my insides moving around. Any similar experiences? How did you get rid of it?

How Long Til My Sciatica Goes Away?

Staffers — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:09:57 +0000

I’ve had sciatica my whole life but there have been years between my flare ups and usually it only lasts about a week. It has now been two weeks and it just seems to be getting worse. How long did it take anyone for theirs to subside?

After An Mri Scan For My Sciatica Why Are They Sending Me For A Head/brain Scan?

Staffers — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:18:29 +0000

I have been suffering from suspected Sciatica for years and was finally sent for an MRI scan of the lover back after which I have been recalled for a brain scan. They said it is something I will have been born with and can be treated. I have leg pain, back pain, numbness, involuntary muscle movement, minor deafness, vertigo, balance issues, bad eyesight. What do you think they suspect?

What Can I Do To Relieve The Pain Of My Sciatica While Pregnant?

Staffers — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:38:41 +0000

I started having sciatica pain the last couple of days, last night I couldn’t even walk on my right leg, the pain starts in my lower back, down my right buttock, then down my leg….I have a hard time sleeping as well. Is there anything I can do or take to relieve this pain? I’m 18 weeks pregnant.

What’s The Difference Between Chronic Back Pain And Sciatica?

Staffers — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:42:53 +0000

I have been experiencing strong and consistent back pain for as long as I can remember (I am 25 now). It starts with a little discomfort in my lower back, and about 20 minutes later, if I don’t take pain medication, my joints will start to ache on one side (my hip, my knee, my ankle). X-rays show some minor scoliosis and a compressed disc (L4 and L5). So far, orthopedic surgeons are reluctant to do anything or even take me seriously because I’m “not old enough to be in a lot of pain.”
My question is, could this be something more than a compressed disc? I’ve heard mention of sciatica but I have no idea what that is. I can usually catch it before it gets too bad, but it takes about 4 pills a day (Excedrin, Advil, etc) and I don’t think that’s a good long term answer.
And, one last question – what can I say to the doctor to get him to take me seriously?

What Stretches Can I Do To Stretch Out My Sciatica Nerve In The Morning?

Staffers — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:30:12 +0000

Every morning when I wake up I can hardly walk because of my sciatica nerve. It takes me about 2-3 hours to be able to actually stand up straight in the morning after I wake up. There has to be something I can do in order to excersise this nerve. Any tips or advice would be helpful thank you very much!

How To Deal With Sciatica While Pregnant?

Staffers — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:21:29 +0000

I just got off the phone with a telenurse she figures I have sciatica. She gave me some advice just wondeing if anyone else has experienced this and what they did to relieve the pain. Also if it affects labor and delivery?

What Did You Do To Relieve Your Sciatica?

Staffers — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:28:56 +0000

I’m getting ready to get an MRI and my sciatica is just getting worse and worse. I’ve been to two chiropractors and have been taking pain meds and using ice and laying my right side (it’s down my left leg). Anyone able to cure it?