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Suggest Home Remedies For Sciatica Pain
Posted on
Sat, 15 Oct 2016
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Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Sat, 15 Oct 2016
Answered on
Fri, 11 Nov 2016
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Question : What can I do at home for sciatica until my pain management appointment? I have the meds but I don't like taking them, thanks
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.
Sciatica pain is difficult to deal with even with pain medication so I am not sure you will be able to get relief without medication. However things you can do include application of cold packs in the first 1-2 days and afterwards application of heat.
Bed rest is indicated only the first 1-2 days afterwards activity can be resumed avoiding periods of standing for a long time or lifting weights.
Physical therapy sessions should also be initiated as soon as possible although I guess they need an appointment as well. In the meantime low back stretching exercises may be done.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
Read below.
Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.
Sciatica pain is difficult to deal with even with pain medication so I am not sure you will be able to get relief without medication. However things you can do include application of cold packs in the first 1-2 days and afterwards application of heat.
Bed rest is indicated only the first 1-2 days afterwards activity can be resumed avoiding periods of standing for a long time or lifting weights.
Physical therapy sessions should also be initiated as soon as possible although I guess they need an appointment as well. In the meantime low back stretching exercises may be done.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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