trapped siatic nerve
(3 discussions)
i have been told I have a trapped siatic nerve which is causing my leg to be very sore. some days I have trouble walking I am waiting to go for a MRI scan to find out what exactly the problem is cive had back problems now for 16 years each attack being worse than the last pain killers only last for an hour or two and don’t completely take the pain away can anyone suggest anything that can help, im willing to try just about anything the now as the pain can sometimes be overpowering. thanx
3 comments
Carol Copeland
Hi, I just wanted to tell you a story of a friend who had the same Siatic nerve problem . She was unable to walk and what she said was the only thing that helped her walk again was putting a vibrator or massager on her leg. I said I never wanted to forget it as she really found relief that way .My dad has it now and won’t listen to me so I am reading stuff here on the internet to possibly help him .Please let me know if it helps you and if you have found anything that might help him . Thanks ,Carol Copeland
Barbara Garmory
Just read comments from Carol and Sadie, I have been suffering with a trapped siatic nerve now for at least 4 months. I have finally seen a Consultant Physio who has me on an exercise programme i.e. brisk walking on a treadmill if possible, gentle cycling in a pool and use of Jacuzzi and steam room or sauna etc to get circulation back in the leg muscles – it does help but the pain still comes back but I am told will get worse before better and to allow six weeks of this programme. I am hoping after just three weeks doing this that things will improve. Hope this is of help exercise instead of rest I am told is the way forward. Pain killers I agree do only work for around two hours. Finding a comfortable sleeping position and even relaxing on the sofa or my main problem has anyone found the best way to sit or sleep. Also I use a heat pad when relaxing and going to sleep which does help a little.
francine
: I have been told I have a trapped siatic nerve which is causing my leg to be very sore. some days I have trouble walking I am waiting to go for a MRI scan to find out what exactly the problem is cive had back problems now for 16 years each attack being worse than the last pain killers only last for an hour or two and don’t completely take the pain away can anyone suggest anything that can help, I’m willing to try just about anything the now as the pain can sometimes be overpowering. thanxswimming move arround in water will help