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Nerve pain in the back
My grandfather was lifting a bucket of water.soon after he experienced a severe pain in the back which he claims to be a nerve pain or muscle pain.he is unable to stand and walk.A local doctor treated him and told him to take tablets.still it didn't work out.What doctor should i consult and what is the cause of the pain and it's remedies ?Kindly help
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It can be due to the disc bulge, leading to nerve compression, pain travels down to the thigh. Patient walks with a tilt, unable to walk straight. Pain increases while sneezing /coughing.
Next Steps
Go to a physiotherapist.. Ultrasonic therapy +IFT +Heating therapy +some strengthening exercises will be helpful for sure.
Health Tips
At home.. Bed rest+hot water fomentation +pain killer gel +no long sitting /standing /travelling /driving /walking +no stair climbing +no cold exposure +no manual exertions +no weight lifting +use lumbo sacral belt if required +sit tall (correct posture +no forward bending.
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