Nerve block shot for pinched nerve in back?

Question

My Dad has a pinched nerve in the back they have given him 7 never block shots in the last 3 weeks to no avail, now he keeps falling down, because the leg now gives out, but the pain has never subsided, I took him last thursday for another mri, but the doctor scratches his head and not sure what to do ( this procedure will not work on one person in every state) and your it for here, any experinces would be welcomed, or advice, yes we are looking into another doctor, like a neurologist

Answer 1

My husband has a pinch nerve in his back What had happened he came home from work sat down and then when he went to get up he couldn't He was in luck as I was home at the time I asked him what happened anyway I got a walker then I helped him to bed he couldn't move he legs at all I feed him well he wouldn't let me help him go to the bathroom so he did it on his own but I stood by so he wouldn't fall I took Him to the doctor's it took me about a week or so because he is stubborn I think it lasted about 1-2 months I exercised his legs Lots of rest After I put him in the jacuzzi that's for therapy it works You have to have the drive to walk he did and he is walking just fine Try cortisone shots Food heals all