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Suggest Ways To Alleviate Pain From Sciatica On Top Of Spinal Stenosis
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Wed, 12 Sep 2018
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Question : I now have sciatica on top of spinal stenosis. The pain is horrific but I dont want to take opiodes. Can you suggest anything else to alleviate this pain
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Treatment for spinal stenosis depends on the location of the stenosis and the severity of your signs and symptoms.
You can take pain medications such as ibuprofen, naproxen and acetaminophen may be used temporarily to ease the discomfort of spinal stenosis. They are typically recommended for a short time only.
Nightly doses of tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline, can help ease chronic pain. Some anti-seizure drugs, such as gabapentin and pregabalin , are used to reduce pain caused by damaged nerves.
It's common for people who have spinal stenosis to become less active, in an effort to reduce pain. But that can lead to muscle weakness, which can result in more pain. A physical therapist can teach you exercises that may help in Build up your strength and endurance, Maintain the flexibility and stability of your spine, Improve your balance.
Steroid injection will help you in reduce the inflammation and relieve some of the pain.
I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
Detail below .
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Treatment for spinal stenosis depends on the location of the stenosis and the severity of your signs and symptoms.
You can take pain medications such as ibuprofen, naproxen and acetaminophen may be used temporarily to ease the discomfort of spinal stenosis. They are typically recommended for a short time only.
Nightly doses of tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline, can help ease chronic pain. Some anti-seizure drugs, such as gabapentin and pregabalin , are used to reduce pain caused by damaged nerves.
It's common for people who have spinal stenosis to become less active, in an effort to reduce pain. But that can lead to muscle weakness, which can result in more pain. A physical therapist can teach you exercises that may help in Build up your strength and endurance, Maintain the flexibility and stability of your spine, Improve your balance.
Steroid injection will help you in reduce the inflammation and relieve some of the pain.
I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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