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I am wondering what helps get rid of pain caused by sciatica?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Med eval.: It is important to be medically evaluated to determine the underlying cause of your sciatica. Is surgery indicated? Acupuncture can be very beneficial for sciatica. See what your physician recommends.

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, nerve impingement ... The treatment depends on the cause of the pain. It might include strengthening exercise, physical therapy, medication, interventional therapy ... You should seek help from a pain specialist, you might benefit from a comprehensive evaluation and treatment.

Answered 6/26/2014

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Core Exercises: Typically core strengthening exercises are the best to help relieve pressure and forces in the spine. I would try and google some or look them up on youtube to see descriptions. If you can do them yourself, wonderful otherwise ask your doctor to get a referral to a good physical therapist for further assistance.

Answered 7/14/2016

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NSAIDs : For mild sciatica without weakness in the leg I would try ibuprofen and chiropractic therapy first.

Answered 6/26/2014

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