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Pain in left leg and bac
Very severe pain in left leg and back.local doctor said that this is due to sciatica,but no relief from his medicines
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Back pain which radiates into leg is usually because of what is called as slip disc in layman's terms. Initial management is with rest and medication. If it doesn't help, then MRI scan may be needed.
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In my opinion u must go for an x ray LS spine followed by few blood test like calcium vitamin d vitamin b 12 and uric acid...go for few sessions of physiotherapy followed by exs...if u want to know whether it is a sciatic pain u need to go for MRI LS spine...in physiotherapy SWD/ IFT / US / hot pack should be done...get well soon take care...
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Look for a good physiotherapist
Health Tips
Avoid prolonged standing and sitting
Avoid lifting heavy weights
Avoid sitting on low chairs stools sofas
Do not check your pain
No exs till your pain subsides...
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Low back ache with radiation may be due to nerve compression in the back. The cause of the above will need to be investigated to treat the condition. So get x ray LS spine AP and lateral views along with following blood tests fasting: HB, TLC, DLC, ESR, calcium, phosphorus, Alkaline phophotaae, vitamin D3 levels and uric acid. Revert back with investigations. In the meantime start Tab Zinase D twice a day after meals, tab neksium 40 Mg's once a day before breakfast, tab pregalin X SR at 7:30 pm. Make sure you are not allergic to the above medications before starting them.
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Vishal Kundnani
Spine Surgeon
Mumbai
See ur specialist ... a MRI may be needed if no relief with medicines
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Complete bed rest for 2 weeks its sciatic nerve compression..
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hot water fermentation ( 1ltr water : 100gm salt) excercise by physiotherapist
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avoid prolonged standing or sitting
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