sciatic nerve

i was limping for 7 or more weeks as pain in my leg grew.just 3 days ago I got a sharp pain in my hip as I tried to stand.my back had pain it it the day before nut now it is gone. I went to the hospital for the pain in my hip. I couldnt eaven stand.they told me it was the sciatic nerve.they gave me pain relief and muscle relaxers adn told me to stay off it.the pain has eased up alot.but my upper leg is sore like I pulled a hamstring.and now my foot is getting numb. What should I do.