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Specialist to consult for sciatica
I am in pain due to sciatica and would like to check on if I should visit a physiotherapist, orthopaedic or general physician for this problem
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Physiotherapy wil b helped u. He wil guide u
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1. Lie on your back. ...
2. Cross your left leg over your right so that your left ankle rests on your right knee.
3. Use your hands to grab hold of your left knee and pull it gently toward the opposite shoulder. ...
4. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
5. Relax, and then repeat with the other leg.
6. Repeat this cycle 2 to 4 times.
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Ms. Purnima Dhall (PT)
Physiotherapist
17 yrs exp
Delhi
Firstly consult orthopedician. He will refer you for Physiotherapy treatment. If its acute it can be controlled by Physiotherapy treatment followed up by exercise regime.
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do hot fomentation of back twice daily.
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avoid bending forward and lifting weights.
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Dr. Gautam JK Tawari
Sports Medicine Surgeon
22 yrs exp
Mumbai
orthopaedic spine surgeon
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