how do you relieve sciatica nerve pain?

Question

pain above butt area and lower back. oain in hip. hard to walk or sit or sleep or move.g857

Answer 1

OH my, I have some answers on that one as I have the same thing. First off try a chiropractor. If that doesnt help try physical therapy. If that still doesnt work you need to see a specialist. That is one of the most horrible pains.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Hi,
It is a fact that no one condition reflects sciatica and it would be prudent to refer to it as a generic medical term encompassing lots of symptoms that taken together describe a lower back pain that a patient suffers from. When someone complains of severe back pain that passes down to legs through his buttocks, even down to his feet and toes, doctors suspect him to be suffering from sciatica. Often sciatica presents itself as numbness or a tingling sensation that may not be anything like the severe pain commonly associated with sciatica. This tingling or numbness may be felt by the person when he engages in some activities.


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Answer 4

Because of the many conditions that can compress nerve roots and cause sciatica, treatment options often differ from patient to patient. Treatment of the underlying cause of the compression is often the most effective course. When the cause is due to a prolapsed or lumbar disc herniation, research has shown that, with supportive treatment to help relieve pain, 90% of disc prolapse will recover with no specific intervention. Genetics appear to influence the risk of developing disc herniation.

Imaging methods such as MRI neurography may help diagnosis and treatment of sciatica. MR neurography is a modified MRI technique using MRI software to provide better pictures of the spinal nerves and the effect of compression on these nerves. MR neurography may help diagnose piriformis syndrome which is another cause of sciatica that does not involve disc herniation. MR neurography is considered experimental and is not covered by insurances.

Most cases of sciatica can be effectively treated by physical therapy or massage therapy and appropriate changes in behavior and environment (for example cushioning, chair and desk height, exercise, stretching). Other conservative treatment options include anti-inflammatory medications (i.e. NSAIDs or oral steroids), pain medications, and epidural steroid injections (however the latter carries the risk of possible side effects and complications from the needle puncture and medications used).

Due to concerns over the gastric problems caused by NSAIDs researchers are turning to more natural solutions to dealing with the problem of inflammation. One ingredient with a great future potential is capsaicin, a naturally occurring ingredient in chili peppers. Studies have show some success in the control of pain and inflammation when capsaicin is applied topically.

Others advocate the consumption of anti-inflammatory foods as a means of controlling inflammation. Anti-inflammatory foods include most colorful fruits and vegetables, oily fish and certain nuts, seeds, herbs and spices. Those following an anti-inflammatory diet will avoid refined oils and sugars, and show a preference for anti-inflammatory foods in their meal choices

Answer 5

I had this really bad with both of my pregnancies, there really is no cure, sorry! To make it easier to sleep I would put a pillow between my knees, and while I worked full time as a CNA, I would use the Bengay Pain Relieving Patches. They didn't work 100%, but it did help. You could also try seeing a chiropractor. I never did, but it might help if they adjusted something.
Good luck!

Answer 6

Did you tested Sciatica Self Treatment technique? Try on this website : http://Sciatica.NatureHomeCure.com/ . This will absolutely save yourself!

Answer 7

Chiro. Definitely. I had the same problem and the chiro did wonders for me. Make sure they are licensed and have a good standing with whatever boards are in your states. Get referrals and references from people. Before I went, I laid on a heat pad to relieve the pain.

Answer 8

for a quick fix try putting crushed ice in a bag and rest against the middle lower back for 15 minutes every hour it will reduce swelling that causes the nerve to be pinched and helps with the pain no bending or lifting heavy objects for a few days and a chiropractor does help Good Luck

Answer 9

I have sciatic problem. My doctor said it was due to my big beer belly, and said it may go away if I can lose that weight. He called it "meralgia paresthetica" and "lateral femoral cutaneous nerve". This is common problem with fat people, and also as you get older. Mine will simply not go away, because I am too fat, causing pressure on the nerve, causing pain. My only cure is that I lose weight. Maybe that is your case too. I do not know for sure. I have learned the hard way that it is important to take care of our bodies. For me, there is no relief....yet. I am determined to lose weight now. Note: it gets worse the older you get. Sorry, this may be the only way. Note that degenerative disc disease can also cause this pain. I have that too. That disc problem causes my lower back pain, and there is nothing that can done with that for me. My sciatic problem is in my leg. So maybe you do not have sciatic problem. Either way, good luck.

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