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Lower back pain
Sir, i m a professional football player. In 2016, first time i was feeling pain while bending..then with some rest and physio therepy i was able to play again..but again after 1 year..the pain in bending came...but again it went away from some rest and physio therepy..and then i was going good for 2 years..i was on a regular practice..i felt nothing in bending..just mild sciatica pain.. But then one day in lockdown i was doing excercise (during lunges) i feel jerk in lower back and i fell at the spot and was unable to move a inch...but in lockdown i was not able to have a treatment..so from hot pack and rest i cured it ..and when i feel normal again i started practicing..but on 2nd August 2020 again i feel the same jerk and pain..so i m having physio therepy till now...but now having good relief...i have pain in bending and my sciatica is painting so much ...on left leg..till calf when i lift it up with knee straight.. Please guide me with some treatment..
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Looks like you are suffering from a Lumbar disc prolapse commonly known as Slipped disc. Consult with me via Practo  Video Consultation for detailed plan of treatment Rgds Dr Bhavin Shial Consultant Spine Surgeon Spine & Sport's Clinic Mumbai
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You need an XRay of Lumbosacral spine AP and Lateral view .
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Hello Practo User, You need to strengthen your back before you resume your game. Dedicated physiotherapy. Precautions to be taken. Not to  injure your back again,must be your priority. You can definitely play and lead your normal life. All the best.
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