[Nancy@Pinellas]

I had considerable back pain that radiated down my left leg. I went to the stretch zone in Pinellas Plaza, and had three sessions of stretching that took care of the problem completely. I now go every couple months just for a quick stretch.

[BlackHarley]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

I found a chiropractor Dr. David Kuhns (Wildwood) that treated mine for 6 to 8 weeks, and that was 3 years ago, never returned.

Another vote for Dr. Kuhn. As a matter of fact, I just left his office. This guy knows what he's doing!

[Shipping up to Boston]

Originally Posted by Nancy@Pinellas

I had considerable back pain that radiated down my left leg. I went to the stretch zone in Pinellas Plaza, and had three sessions of stretching that took care of the problem completely. I now go every couple months just for a quick stretch.

Those concepts are popping up across the country. I went to a grand opening of one outside of Boston back in early spring. I was impressed.

[TeresaE]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Have you, had it?
What worked and what didn't?
I am not much of a medicine person to treat pain, only if the pain gets bad.

I had a MRI and going in for the results Monday.

The pain starts in my back, to my right hip, then down my right leg.

Cheers!

Nothing is worse than sciatica pain. I recommend StretchLab, located in the Trailwind Shopping Center off of 466a. Two doors down from the Publix. They do one-on-one, customize assisted stretch programs. I’ve seen people’s sciatica pain greatly relieved if not eliminated with regular sessions with the Flexologists. Also some UHC plans cover some of the cost. It’s worth an hour of your time to check it out.

[bp243]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Have you, had it?
What worked and what didn't?
I am not much of a medicine person to treat pain, only if the pain gets bad.

I had a MRI and going in for the results Monday.

The pain starts in my back, to my right hip, then down my right leg.

Cheers!

Physical therapy has always corrected my sciatica. It takes work and you need a doctor's script, but there are muscles that need stretching and once the sciatica is fixed you need to continue stretching. If you wish to see a professional, Dr. Brent Compton (Compton Chiropractic) is a chiropractor (DC) and medical pain doctor (MD). He corrected a back issue that has bothered me for 10 years. The combination of the two degrees is a game changer!

[billdozer]

I use a device called Back2Life. It stretches the lower back muscles. I use it twice a day for 12 minutes. Google Back2Life for information on it's continues passive motion for relief.

[Bwanajim]

Where do you put your wallet? I always carried mine in my back right pocket and used to walk 3 miles a day. One morning I woke up and could only walk four houses & limped home . Tried everything and then one of my friends says put your wallet in your front pocket. Sitting on it starts it. No more sciatica!!!

[Tadpole]

Sounds like sciatica; a herniated disc between 2 of your vertebrae. McKinzie exercises work! However, you need an orthopedic doctor to prescribe which of those exercises you need. It depends on where the herniated disc is located.

In 1993 I was diagnosed with a herniated disc between the 3rd & 4th vertebrae; confirmed with an MRI. I was scheduled to take a month-long trip in 2 days and wouldn't cancel it so, rather than an operation, my doctor prescribed the McKinzie exercise program, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxer, pain, and steroids. It worked!!! I've had chronic back and sciatica off and on since then, but only because I get careless and do something dumb. My back punishes me for it. And all I need to do is the specific exercises given me back in 1993, and in one to 3 days it's gone. Better than an operation!

[Shipping up to Boston]

Originally Posted by Bwanajim

Where do you put your wallet? I always carried mine in my back right pocket and used to walk 3 miles a day. One morning I woke up and could only walk four houses & limped home . Tried everything and then one of my friends says put your wallet in your front pocket. Sitting on it starts it. No more sciatica!!!

Was waiting on a George Costanza wallet reference.....

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[justjim]

I had surgery in my early 50’s after trying literally everything else. Golf game never the same but still play. Mayo Clinic. “Arthur” chimes in sometimes now but not much can be done about that. CBD helps some people. Worth a try. OP, good luck to you and others with back pain.

[smiley2362]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Have you, had it?
What worked and what didn't?
I am not much of a medicine person to treat pain, only if the pain gets bad.

I had a MRI and going in for the results Monday.

The pain starts in my back, to my right hip, then down my right leg.

Cheers!

I had severe sciatic pain for 8 months. I was on the verge of surgery. However, I went on a diet and limited my carbs and the pain disappeared within a few days. I’ve been pain free since October. Best of luck to you.

[LianneMigiano]

Mine started in MAY 2017 after multiple liftings of a suitcase filled with paperback books to take to a neighborhood social meeting. By OCT I had my 1st surgery (after shots on and off until then). During 2019 I had to go back for pain management shots every 3 months or so. By FEB 2020 I had a spinal stimulator implanted (which worked pretty well for a little more than a year). I then had to return for pain management shots where they discovered that I had a broken screw in my first surgery. I had my 2nd back surgery last JUL 2023. I was 82 and probably 15 pounds overweight. I WOULD NEVER RECOMMEND SURGERY FOR ANYONE WITH THOSE TWO ISSUES! I have regained the use of my left leg, but both feel swollen all around the knees so that they do not bend properly. They're tingly and numb all the time. I have fallen badly at least twice. I am worried that I've damaged some of the cages/screws that they placed from L2 to S1 last year. I will never return to the doctor for it again. I'll spend the rest of my life in a wheelchair if I have to. Be VERY CAREFUL IF you endure any surgery! DO NOT OVERDO IT AFTERWARD!!!!!

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Have you, had it?
What worked and what didn't?
I am not much of a medicine person to treat pain, only if the pain gets bad.

I had a MRI and going in for the results Monday.

The pain starts in my back, to my right hip, then down my right leg.

Cheers!

Recently, I had the shooting pains down my back and both legs. I am rather old and woke up one day with my body shaking. The next day I could barely reach down to put on my shoes. Then next day a little more capability to move. I read that it often goes on for around one month and then can get better without doing anything. I thought I would have to give up sports and sell my personal equipment.
Fortunately, after about 2 and 1/2 weeks it went away by itself. And fortunately, it has not returned. Strange, I have not had any other MAJOR back problems since high school.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

I have the same problem, though it was sciatica. As it turns out my friggin right hip is bone on bone and the pain radiates up to the back and down the leg. Looks like more hardware going into that leg, already had the knee replaced. Dam, I sure had lots of fun skiing all those moguls, but I’m paying dearly for it now.

I played football and basketball in high school and like a hockey player, I paid with it with the loss of front teeth. I should have played volleyball, tennis, baseball, and track. Notice that I left out golf.

[jswirs]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Have you, had it?
What worked and what didn't?
I am not much of a medicine person to treat pain, only if the pain gets bad.

I had a MRI and going in for the results Monday.

The pain starts in my back, to my right hip, then down my right leg.

Cheers!

I have been suffering now for about 5 months, same deal, back, hip, left leg. What a miserable nightmare! P/T, pain meds did not help much. Just had an epidural (L3 - L4) and the pain has been reduced by about 50%. Hope it last. In the meantime I am starting with a chiropractor. GOOD LUCK, and please let us know your progress, or lack thereof. Thanks.