What is my next step? I had X-Rays done but they show no problem.?

Question

My pain is in my left butt cheek and runs its course down my left leg and to my food feeling tingley like it is going to sleep. I went to the doctor Sunday and they done x-rays but they x-rays show everything is ok. Where is this pain coming from and what is my next step. The doctor's office was no help except for giving me 2 shots and pain and muscle relaxer pills.

How do I go about getting an MRI... see a Neurologist or Orthopedic doctor?

Answer 1

the area you describe is where the sciatic nerve is, and it will cause pain down the leg. next the doctor will probably order a MRI.

If you can get a deep tissue massage it would relieve the pain almost immediately. That's my number one recommendation.

Dehydration can cause severe pain in the muscles. I recommend you drink purified water mixed with mineral water 50/50.

Although there are varying opinions, I suggest that adults and children drink 40 ounces of water per 100 pounds of body weight every day. Realize that exercise, ambient temperature, and state of health affect the water needs of your body.. One tip for athletes: it is healthier to drink a sports drink or water than fruit juice, soda, coffee, or milk during competition or active training periods

Answer 2

x arays only show the bones...not the nerves,muscles and tissues or any disc problems. An MRI would show these. All people with severe back problems first get the x-ray then an MRI. And 95% do not show up on an x-ray. Good Luck Dear.

Answer 3

the next step would probably be an MRI of your Lumbar Spine since you say that the pain radiates to your leg and tingles. You should tell your doctor to write you a prescription so you can have one done.

Answer 4

You need a MRI done to get a good look at your spine. This sounds 110% like sciatica.

Answer 5

Maybe an MRI