Ok this is going to sound weird but when I lay on my back at night, a lot of times I will wake up and the top portion of my left thigh will be numb. It doesn't hurt, and as soon as I change positions it goes away. I had surgery on my left knee back in 2002 and had a baby in 2003. It was right around there that it started. Also, 7 weeks ago I was diagnosed with sciatica. Is it possible it is related to the sciatica, or could it be a pinched nerve? Tell me what you think.
2006-10-11 12:31:28 · 11 answers · asked by lyfsavr1 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
It could be both - see a neurologist - they can do an EEG to check out the nerve pathways, etc. Sciatica can effect nerves as well. Then they can recommend you to a chiropractor if they feel that is the best treatment.
They also have machines called TENS units which are made to treat nerve pain, numbness or any problems with nerves - they are little stickies that you put on your body where it is affected and it sends pulses into that area - with settings. These have bene shown to really help repair any nerve damage, etc and are normally covered by most insurances. Mine is by EMPI and it works great.
Also - Neurontin was used as a mood stabilizer but now they have found that it works as a good drug to repair nerve problems, tingling, pain, numbness etc so I would see a neurologist first. If this is coming from something else, a chiropractor could do more harm than good - I would see a neuro for a consult first, have the EEG studies done and that way you would be able to know what is your best route of treatment - could be more going on than you think.
2006-10-11 12:34:11 · answer #1 · answered by shane 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Understanding sciatica pain
For some people, the pain from sciatica can be severe and debilitating. For others, the pain might be infrequent and irritating, but has the potential to get worse. Usually, sciatica only affects one side of the lower body, and the pain often radiates from the lower back all the way through the back of the thigh and down through the leg. Depending on where the sciatic nerve is affected, the pain may also radiate to the foot or toes.
One or more of the following sensations may occur as a result of sciatica:
-Pain in the rear or leg that is worse when sitting
-Burning or tingling down the leg
-Weakness, numbness or difficulty moving the leg or foot
-A constant pain on one side of the rear
-A shooting pain that makes it difficult to stand up
-Low back pain may be present along with the leg pain, but usually the low back pain is less severe than the leg pain
2006-10-11 12:36:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does sound like Sciatica...i have this too...your sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body, running from your buttock down the whole of your leg..A pregnancy brought my problem on too. When yu lie in bed especially flat on your back the pressure from your muscles will press on the nerve causing it too feel numb. Special excerises supposedly work but i haven't found one yet to toally cure it!..Good luck
2006-10-11 12:36:34 · answer #3 · answered by rainbowmarybobbins 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is most probably related to the sciatica . also after maintaining a certain position for an extended period of time can cause that type of numbness /tingling.
2006-10-11 12:34:08 · answer #4 · answered by margie c 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your sciatica nerve is pinched. Go see a good chiropractor.
2006-10-11 12:32:31 · answer #5 · answered by Mr Smarty Pants 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I had the same problem, and the doctor told me that more than likely when my hips widened to allow for the baby to pass, when they closed back after birth, my hip was in a position where it pinched on a nerve. As for the CMT...check this link out.
http://www.webmd.com/hw/brain_nervous_system/nord261.asp
2006-10-11 14:48:01 · answer #6 · answered by Amber L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prolonged pressure against sciatic nerve is very common during pregnancy and childbirth, and can cause such effects. I've dealt with it myself five times. Chiropractics worked four out of five times... One required physical therapy also. But it goes away relatively quickly with proper treatment.
2006-10-11 12:38:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a pinched nerve. Something is not aligned right. Perhaps there's something in your back that a chiropractor needs to pop back into place.
2006-10-11 12:33:16 · answer #8 · answered by thezaylady 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2017-02-24 07:20:45 · answer #9 · answered by Fredricks 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES!! Definitely. I had the same thing. I went to a Chiropractor and haven't had a problem since ... over 20 years now.
2006-10-11 12:32:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋