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31yr.had sciatica yr ago,right leg too weak which improved with yoga.now its back.right leg weak m stiff(no pain).tried yoga but felt tired. surgery?
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Need more info: get evaluated. if truly weak you need to find out source of problem. need ortho eval and MRI
Answered 2/28/2016
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Need to see ortho: and be evaluated and possibly physical therapy, medications or an MRI.
Answered 10/6/2015
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