(in the sacroiliac area) for five years. She went to her GP and was eventually referred for physiotherapy, which didn't help. She also had private acupuncture, which again did little to help. She's ok when moving around, but the sitting position is very painful. Things were starting to improve, when she stepped heavily and awkwardly off a kerb a couple of weeks ago when crossing the road - jarring her back very painfully once again. She feels she's now back to square one. If you've used an osteopath, did it help you. My friend is concerned because she has osteoporosis. G.Ps seem to know very little about back pain, and usually just prescribe anti-inflammatory tablets.
2007-12-10 03:02:01 · 9 answers · asked by Rainbow 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
I missed out that her pain just came on gradually. She did eventually have an MRI scan, which showed "no structural abnormalities" She remembers having a lot of lower back pain at the time she gave birth to her son 30 years ago, so maybe it all started then.
2007-12-10 05:16:04 · update #1
I had pain in my sacroilliac joint and lower back caused through pregnancy and resulting in a misalignment of the spine. I had physiotherapy, Xrays and an MRI scan after seeing an orthopedic doctor. Can't remember who else! I went to see a Chiropractor this year and after a consultation and 6 sessions my back pain was gone. Whoever your friend goes to see, they should always get a record of her medical history and advise her on what can be done, considering she has osteoporosis.
2007-12-10 04:52:20 · answer #1 · answered by squigglekit 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Being a Chiropractor myself, the best advice I can offer is this...
Whether it is a Chiro, Osteo or a medical Specialist. Ask for a free consultation. Why?
If they will give you some of their time for free, then you know they are there to help you. Practitioners swear an oath that they will do the best they can for their patients. A free assessment helps you understand what they will do, the costs, the time it takes to get relief etc. Important information if you are going put your health in their hands.
However...
You should also learn some simple techniques your self to help ease your pain, it will save you time and money seeing a practitioner. You are also able to maintain your back better. Back pain that has gone on for a period of time becomes habitual.
To break a habit you need consistant treatment - either with a practitioner which becomes expensive - or if you learn some simple techniques your self you can break the habits at home. Treatment therefore works quicker saving you time and pain.
Either way, if you want some simple techniques for free, just see the link below. Good luck and remember also, back pain should respond within a few treatments in a week or two. If not then you may be having either the wrong treatment or less effective forms.
2007-12-10 15:14:46 · answer #2 · answered by Dr Graeme Teague 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check here a very effective Sciatica Natural Treatment ( http://cure-sciatica.info )
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.
2014-10-30 23:58:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never used an osteopath, but the description of the area of the pain and the activities that make it worse did catch my attention.
You don't mention what causes this pain--has she been diagnosed? This can of course be related to osteoporosis in the form of compression fractures or may be a partly-ruptured lumbar disc. In my experience, however, osteoporosis may first manifest in the thoracic area of the spine, resulting eventually in a "Dowager's Hump" http://www.osteopenia3.com/dowagers-humps.html.
However, you may want to consider sciatica as a source for her pain. Sacroiliac pain http://www.appliedbiomechanics.co.uk/images/sacroiliac_pain3.jpg and sciatic pain http://www.finckwellnesscenter.com/sciatic-nerve.jpg can be very close and sciatica can indeed be caused by a sacroiliac injury or by almost any lower back injury.
I have sciatica, and sitting is painful. Stepping down, as in off a curb or a stairs, can make it worse.
You may want to read about sciatica and see if any of it sounds familiar. Sometimes back pain cannot be cured, but the patient can feel less helpless and less frustrated when she knows what's causing the pain. http://www.finckwellnesscenter.com/sciatic-nerve.jpg
You don't mention how severe your friend's osteoporosis is, or whether she is taking medication for it. If the osteopath is covered by insurance (I'm in America, so I'm not sure how your healthcare works), your friend certainly may benefit from seeing one.
2007-12-10 11:22:55 · answer #4 · answered by july 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest she go to a Chiroprator first. I have an Osteopath for a Dr. but usually go to the Chiro first. They will be able to help the back and help her deal with the osteoporosis. So many people don't believe in alternative medicine, but they are losing out on some very good care, without all the meds.
2007-12-10 11:47:56 · answer #5 · answered by LIPPIE 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your friend needs to see an Neurologist. Skip the orthopaedic, they are bone doctors. A neurologist deals with the spinal cord and nerves. Sounds like your friend may have a bulging disc or maybe even a rupture. I had a bulging disc and hopped out of a truck and ended up with a rupture that required surgery. If the pain radiates down her legs then she really needs to see someone immediately.
2007-12-10 11:12:50 · answer #6 · answered by Cheryl M 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Chinese acupuncture is different that normal acupuncture as they use different areas of the body, my husband had normal acupuncture (which didn't help) but has been having Chinese acupuncture once a week for about 3 months and is so much better than he has been in years.
2007-12-10 11:06:48 · answer #7 · answered by leambi 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have you tried Back Pain Relief 4 Life system? Go here : http://BackPainInstantRelief.com . This might definitely help one and all!
2014-07-31 02:50:55 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ayurveda treatment will help her
2007-12-10 11:05:56 · answer #9 · answered by madhavan n 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think she should check her kidneys....
2007-12-10 11:09:46 · answer #10 · answered by Wulff1e 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋