Hi, I Have A Pinched Nerve At The Base Of

Posted on Sun, 23 Sep 2018

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Question : Hi, I have a pinched nerve at the base of my spine, I continue to have epidomal shots about every 3 months, I do go to the gym 6 days a week, and only about 8 pounds over weight. The pain seems to travel down my leg, I just had an epedormal shot on Friday so I have no pain today. Can you suggest any thing. Thanks XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Pregabablin might help...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Pinched nerve at the back results in chronic back pain. Epidural shots is effective. That being said there are a few medications which lower threshold of pain. This allows you to reduce intensity and severity of pain. One of such medication is pregabalin. Your orthopedician will know about this drug. Discuss with your doctor and if he/she shares my views you may be started on it along with regular physiotherapy.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad