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How do you relief for sciatica nerve pain?

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

First the cause: The term "sciatica" reflects sciatic nerve irritation associated with spinal nerve root irritation, pelvic neuroplexus pathology, or by a compressing effect (e.g. Pyriformis syndrome). Specific treatment depends on the cause. As a general rule nsaids & certain anti-convulsants are used. Physical therapy will be more effective if directed at the cause. Injections can help. Surgery may be indicated.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Brian Le answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Sciatic pain: The sciatic pain can be caused by spinal stenosis, ruptured disc, nerve impingement ... The treatment might include exercise, physical therapy, medication, injections... You should seek help from a pain management doctor, you might benefit from a comprehensive evaluation and treatment.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Weeks to Months: Generally most people can get relief from sciatic pain doing the conservative care within 3-6 weeks. If it persists after that, it can take up to 6 months to heal by itself. You may still be a candidate for epidural steroid injections that may help relieve the pain while your body heals itself.

Answered 7/5/2014

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Low back pain: A good start is physical therapy, if weight is an issue weight loss is key to take the strain off the back muscles. A consult with a neurologist might also be helpful.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Pinched Nerve: Sounds like you have a pinched nerve in your back. I would suggest seeing a pain/spine specialist to evaluate you further to evaluate what level and what can be done to treat you. There are interventional treatments besides medications and surgeries that might reduce or eliminate the pain altogether.

Answered 2/27/2017

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Weeks to Months: Generally most people can get relief from sciatic pain doing the conservative care within 3-6 weeks. If it persists after that, it can take up to 6 months to heal by itself. You may still be a candidate for epidural steroid injections that may help relieve the pain while your body heals itself.

Answered 1/21/2014

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