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Sever back pain

2019-01-07 07:35:20
Hi, For the last 3 months, I've been suffering from sever back pain. I had an MRI recently and found the L4L5 & L5S1 disks were bulging, and have pinched the left nerve root, causing occasional lack of sensation in the left leg if I sit for too long. I'm also unable to lift my left leg without bending the knee, this causes unbearable pain. Physiotherapy for the last 2 months has not had any impact since the pain is exactly the same, if not more occasionally. Please advise.
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Take frequent rest between your work. Consult physiotherapist for assessment.   Traction will reduce the nerve impingement .

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Gradually strength exercise and physiotherapy treatment. Avoid heavy weight and towards bending posture corrections must. Use lumbar belt  during  walk 

Answered2019-01-08 06:00:44

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Chiropractic adjustment will help. Core Strengthening Exercises- Straight Leg Raised With Toes Turned Outward, repeat 10 times, twice a day.

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Please post what kind of PT you have taken exactly and if you did any exercises.
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See a PT in your area specialized in manual therapy.
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Wear lumbar belt/brace.

Answered2019-01-07 10:38:25

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Continue Physiotherapy and strengthening exercises . Avoid forward bending and weight lifting

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Apply hot pack Avoid forward bending Avoid long time standing.
Next Steps
do exercise:- bridges lying lateral leg raise partial curls straight leg raise hip crossover stretch
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visit Physiotherapy clinic near by you.

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Once there are neurological symptoms it’s a good idea to consult few neurologist to discuss your options. Switch your Physiotherapist and continue therapy. Try not to sit for more than 30 min in chair take small walks, increase your physical activity. I will suggest to work towards getting weight within normal values to reduce the stress from your back muscles.

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