I have constant pain in my lower left side of my back (almost waist) down my left leg. When I sit for long periods it hurts more. However, the pain is pretty consistent. I'm walking with a limp and it hurts terribly. I have been taking 2 Aleve every 4 hrs and its not working. Is it a pinched nerve? and Would I see a Chiropractor or ?? I made a Drs appt but can't get in for another week unless I went to Emergency and I don't want to do that just yet.
Thank you for your input,
2007-03-26 08:33:13 · 3 answers · asked by Rachel T 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Yes, I would definately suggest going to a chiropractor. He/she can find the cause and most likely correct it for you. Many chiropractors are licensed in accupuncture also. An MD could very likely just prescribe you a pain killer instead of dealing with the problem, which sounds like isn't working for you now anyway.
2007-03-26 08:45:10 · answer #1 · answered by Josh 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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Pinched nerve or pulled muscle? Should I see a Chiropractor or Accupunture Specialist?
I have constant pain in my lower left side of my back (almost waist) down my left leg. When I sit for long periods it hurts more. However, the pain is pretty consistent. I'm walking with a limp and it hurts terribly. I have been taking 2 Aleve every 4 hrs and its not working. Is it a pinched...
2015-07-31 00:37:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
pinched nerve pulled muscle chiropractor accupunture specialist
2016-01-27 12:28:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may have sciatica, which is an irritation of the sciatic nerve that runs from the lower back and down the leg.
I happen to be a fan of chiropractic when it is muscle/nerve related pain. In any case, a chiropractor can diagnose the issue and assist with your treatment unless you live in a state where they are restricted.
2007-03-26 08:38:11 · answer #4 · answered by AuntLala 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, see a chiropractor. It sounds like sciatica. You may have misaligned vertebrae that are impinging on your sciatic nerve.
Usually, when it is an emergency, you can get to see a chiro right away. You may even feel some relief after the first treatment.
I am a long-time chiropractic patient who is always helped by spinal adjustments.
2007-03-26 08:40:46 · answer #5 · answered by regerugged 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Emergency will probably provide you with pain killers and refer you to you your GP might do an X-Ray to check bones. I suffered badly for nearly two years with acute gout the pain was so unbearable my muscles just froze rigid. A&E would not help at all.
To cut a long story short I found a good GP that was also a specialist in this field. I found some medication for me and it went. But I was left with a lot of pain and a limp still. The Muscles in my feet etc had contracted so badly to allow me to walk I could no longer relax.
He figured it out on the 2nd visit and gave me a cortazone injection in my foot 2 hours later I was on my feet again.
I would advise you to look for a good GP and stick with them they will solve it. Also a good physiotherapist can do a lot to relax your muscles and diagnose your problem due to their experience. A friend of mine is a sports physio and he fixed a torn muscle under my shoulder blade in a couple of hours after 12 months of agony and sleepless nights.
Definately see your doc first if not happy with their input find another doc. If muscular etc see a physio as well.
2007-03-26 08:49:49 · answer #6 · answered by Wayne Kerr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like a sciatic nerve issue, I have issues with this myself. Chances are your muscels are pincing this nerve. I would suggest doing some stretching. Continue to take the aleve, also try Motrin. Make sure you go to your Doctor as soon as you can . A trip to the chiroprator could help until you can make it to the doctor. I did some physical therapy for mine.
2007-03-26 08:48:12 · answer #7 · answered by TD R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have an immediate situation so you should be able to see a doc sooner than in one week. Do not see anyone else yet until you get a diagnosis. I would call the clinic back and ask to be seen sooner.
2007-03-26 08:37:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
take it from me, the best professional to see is your doctor of chiropractic. i see this all the time and it's very effective. if you have a change to your bowel and/or bladder, skip the chiropractor and go to the er. but most cases, the chiropractor is the best professional to go to for this.
2007-03-26 14:04:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋