Can anyone assist me in relation to sciatica for my 84 yo Mum - constantly in pain want some alternatives?

Answer 1

Has she been diagnosed? I had a herniated disc 34 years ago (I was 19.) It caused unbearable sciatica down one leg. HOT nerve pain. At the end, I could only lie down. I couldn't sit or stand. I finally had the surgery (a laminectomy.)

Is this the same thing as your Mum's? If she's otherwise in good health, the surgery now is SO different! It's just done with lasers. Or you might want to try acupuncture, or a holistic doctor (be careful-don't let them take you for a ride $$$.) First talk to someone in a health food store. They might have help for her.

What does her doctor say?? You may want a second opinion. I hope something I said can help your poor Mum. You're a good son. Good luck to her. Btw, the surgery worked like a miracle. And no problems since. :)

Answer 2

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Normally, I would not answer a question like this as my expertise is generally in medication but I had severe sciatica while I was pregnant with my 3rd child (after having had twins) and I had sciatica so bad that I was finding it difficult to walk. I tried massage therapy and physical therapy and could not take medication
I went to the chiropractor and the pain was instantly relieved. My hips and lower back were out of alignment because I had carried twins the year before. On occasion a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) can also work but they usually only work on one joint at a time - the chiropractor will do your whole back which works faster. Anyone who does not believe in chiropractors will tell you they are quacks - don't listen.
I don't necessarily believe that chiropractors can cure things like diabetes but they can definitely relieve some types of back pain especially if a pinched nerve is involved which is usually the cause of sciatica.

Answer 3

First, are you sure it is sciatica? Was it diagnosed by a doctor? My primary physician thought I had a pinched nerve and sent me to a neurologist. Turned out to be sciatica. Was sent to physical therapy. Four months of daily prescribed exercises provided relief. The exercises are not difficult. They are done lying down. Your Mum could do them on the bed if getting on the floor on an exercise mat is too difficult.

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Answer 4

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