tlc wrote:Hi,
After a long bout of sciatica leading to weakness of my calf, tingling in/on my foot, etc..my doctor ordered an MRI. I got a short email from him letting me know that it showed a disc protrusion causing pressure on the nerve root in the lower back and that he's consulting with a spine surgeon.
I have so many questions like what sorts of things would cause further injury-why is he consulting with a surgeon, will it get better on its own? I bought Dean's books and downloaded them. My physical therapist said she doesn't want me doing anything but ice, meds and traction. Being a really active person who's been sidelined by this I'm finding it difficult to accept and no idea what to do.
Thanks
tlc wrote:My physical therapist said she doesn't want me doing anything but ice, meds and traction.
from what i've read, most people with sciatica are fine in a month or so. hope you fall in that category. since you don't have a history of back problems, you are probably better off than most of us here.
based on my experience, i think it is important to take something to control inflammation. it should reduce pressure on the nerve and minimize nerve damage
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