Sciatica Support Group
Sciatica is a term meaning pain that originates from compression of the sciatic nerve, the longest and largest nerve in the body. If the sciatic nerve is pinched or compressed (perhaps by a bulging disc in the low back) a patient may experience leg pain--the classic symptom of sciatica.
I have been having extreme pain for 11 days now. I have been to the ER twice and my regular dr once. I was FINALLY given pain meds on Saturday. They work well, however I cannot drive or work while taking them :( when I DO drive, I can barely push on the gas. I am feeling so worn down from the pain.
11 days.. isn't a long time in the scheme of things. what has been your diagnosis from doctor.
I remember going to my gp and first they said. it is sciatica.
I went back the second time and said.. surely you don't expect me to live like this???
my leg is weak. so driving is difficult and yes medication can make you tired. I don't go far.
but they say that 3/4 cases of sciatica go away .. and I know ppl who have that type.
I had two years of pain. before surgery.
but I believe the sooner you have surgery ..the better the outcome.
confused.. yeah me too.
i am 12 months post surgery. this was always about leg pain for me
I am in Australia. so not sure how you system works.
try relief from phsyio therapist .. or heat bags. lay on them and work your core/ abs.
I am using essential oils for a number of my other problems, there is a protocol for sciatica. You can check it out here at www.everythingessential.me
If you want any other information contact me privately.