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pinched syatic nerve

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I am 15 years old and I am having INTENSE lower back/right hip pain. I went to the chiropractor about 2 months ago and he said that it was a pinched syatic nerve. He treated me, and I got better, but then I started running track. I think that the same injury has reoccurred. I just need a way to get rid of some of this pain before I start my treatment again. (p.s. I am taking Motrin religiously and am also taking Coedine for my sprained ankle) Thank You.

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Left hand and foot numbness

I am beginning to have a left hand burning sensation and left hand weakness. I have been to a neurologist and she stated that I have mild carpal tunnel, but I told her that my main problem is that on both hands on the ring and pinky finger feel like they are burning all the time. my foot just feels like it is not there and whenI work out, I can see the contraction on my left side( leg and arm) but I can not feel it the same as my right. I have had EMG test that came back that every thing was normal. MRI of the brain that was normal. and a MRI of the spine that showed only mild degeneration of the cervical area. what is goping on here?

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barefoot solutions

Hello,

I wanted to know your opinion of mostly un-shod third world nations and tribal peoples as to the health of their feet. Is it possible that they are less afflicted with foot problems than us?
I did the unthinkable 2 years ago.
I put away my running shoes for good and began running barefoot.
Before I required arch supports just for daily living and had chronic knee pain from a 4 mile run every other day. Now I have no knee pain and have completed 3 marathons barefoot!
I comleted my first marathon nine months after putting my running shoes away for good.
The results are undeniable.
Having worn arch supports since I was a child (I’m forty now) my arches feel great.
I discontinued the arch supports about two months after starting barefoot running.
The reason I write is to get some thoughts on this from a professional.
It seems that going against all sound advice has been just what a doctor would have ordered-given the results.
Larry Miquelon

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Calf Strain

I have a chronic severe calf strain issue. Will a calf sleeve help me? What would you recommend?

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Knee Pains

Hi, my boyfriend has been playing tennis all his life and during the last month he has had trouble even walking because he’s had pains so bad in his left knee area.
He keeps complaining about how it hurts on the inner side of his left knee (the right side, nearer to the thigh).
It keeps getting a little bit better, but then it always gets worse with some wrong move, even just laying wrong.
He was ready to almost go pro and now he can’t hardly move.
He thinks it may be a torn tendon but isn’t quite sure.
Is there any way you can help me in finding out what the problem is? Thank you very much.

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PT for detached meniscus

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I had surgery in July for a detached meniscus in my left knee.
I am now looking for exercises for strengthening the left leg.
I have full extension and did all PT post-surgery until now I have some discomfort behind the knee cap and below the knee on the inside.
I started off slow in the gym and have increased at a rather slow pace. Are there any more challenging, but safe, exercises? I am a multi-sport woman (soccer, running, snowboarding, surfing, diving).
I have done none of these (except gym workouts including bike, elliptical, weights, bozu ball etc) since the surgery.

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Swollen Knee

The other day while driving I noticed that my right knee was swollen directly over the knee cap.
The sweeling went down the next day, but it is swollen again.
I have no pain at all. I have been icing it, but have not noticed any change. any ideas as to what this could be?

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physical therapy

HI! I have to interview you for a health class. I would appreciate it so much if you would respond soon.1-What do you like/dislike about your job?2-What is the job market for your area?3-How much money can you make out of college?4-What type of liability?5-What kind of changes do you see in the future if this profession.

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Upper Back Pain

Hello, I have pain between my shoulder blades and pressure.
When this happens I get heart palpitations, constipation, dizzy spells and a pressure feeling sometimes in my chest.
It feels like my spine between the shoulder blades is swollen and irritated.
I did go see my chiro yesterday and had a good adjustment, but today it seems worse.Should I be worried?

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Physical Therapy

What courses do I need to take?
What school do you recommend are the best. How many kinds of Physical Therapist are there?

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