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Sciatica problem...

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Hello,

This isn't diabetes related (sorry) but I have sciatica and have posted about it in the past but since last night and today the pain has been so bad and unbearable that I have only had an hours sleep and I can just about walk. I rang my Doctor's up this morning to see if they can get me in today but they don't think being able to walk or sleep properly is an emergency! And they seemed rather annoyed that I had rung them up in the first place!! I don't take any pain relief because all my doctor will prescribe me is co-codamol!! What can I do????
 
poor you. i would suggest seeing gp again and see if he/she will give you something stronger
have you tried a hot water bottle?
 
ally1 said:
poor you. i would suggest seeing gp again and see if he/she will give you something stronger
have you tried a hot water bottle?
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I have been to the GP 3 times and she just keeps giving me the same thing :( 15/500 co-codamol and ibuprofen and she wont give me anything stronger :( and Yes I have tried that too but no luck :(
 
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Ask to be referred to a specialist


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I have been, I saw him about 2-3 months ago! Had my MRI over a month ago and now waiting for the results for that, which I get on the 25th July! and have my first physio on the 25th June! The only problem is pain relief :( Have tried naproxen, anadin, co-codamol, ibuprofen, paracetamol (obviously not all together ha!) but none work! Naproxen worked for about a week about 6 months ago! :(
 
This is a long shot but have you tried reflexology. Good reflexologists can work wonders. Make sure they are fully qualified. Sometimes just reducing stress makes pain easier to bear


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Nicola Anne, I'm currently in the 3rd week of a moderately severe Sciatica attack. Painkillers like OTC Co-Codamol aren't working. Now I've phoned my doctor and she says she's sending a prescription fo a higher dose of Co-codamol to my pharmacy. She says 6 weeks is a typical time for this sort of thing. Also told me that if it doesn't ease off with the tablets she's sending, I should come in. She also said that my exrcise routine is the best thing to do. I do aqua mobility 3 times a week and 5 minutes after I get into the pool, I'm pain free for a couple of hours. If you don't have an exercise class in the water at your nearest pool, just try going for a swim. i'm sure that will help. If that's not possible, a little walk might help
Hana
 
hanadr said:
Nicola Anne, I'm currently in the 3rd week of a moderately severe Sciatica attack. Painkillers like OTC Co-Codamol aren't working. Now I've phoned my doctor and she says she's sending a prescription fo a higher dose of Co-codamol to my pharmacy. She says 6 weeks is a typical time for this sort of thing. Also told me that if it doesn't ease off with the tablets she's sending, I should come in. She also said that my exrcise routine is the best thing to do. I do aqua mobility 3 times a week and 5 minutes after I get into the pool, I'm pain free for a couple of hours. If you don't have an exercise class in the water at your nearest pool, just try going for a swim. i'm sure that will help. If that's not possible, a little walk might help
Hana
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I have had sciatica for a year now and not one day has been pain free :( It has just been getting worse and walking definitely doesn't make it better for me! It just causes my foot to get pins and needles and for my back to hurt even more! I'm not a confident swimmer either :( I have tried exercising too but it is just too painful for me! :(
 
Reflexologists work with your feet. Tethered are zones on your feet for every part if your body and mind. Usually you lay on a bed or chair and they massage the pressure points that are affecting you. It is so relaxing you will probably fall asleep.


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patjenkins1 said:
Reflexologists work with your feet. Tethered are zones on your feet for every part if your body and mind. Usually you lay on a bed or chair and they massage the pressure points that are affecting you. It is so relaxing you will probably fall asleep.


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Ah, I see maybe I will give that ago if all else fails!
 
patjenkins1 said:
Reflexologists work with your feet. Tethered are zones on your feet for every part if your body and mind. Usually you lay on a bed or chair and they massage the pressure points that are affecting you. It is so relaxing you will probably fall asleep.


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Also, seeing as my GP aren't really taking me seriously would A&E or a walk in centre be an idea or of any help? I just want to be able to sleep at night :(
 
QUOTE="NicolaAnne1994, post: 565300, member: 83869"]Also, seeing as my GP aren't really taking me seriously would A&E or a walk in centre be an idea or of any help? I just want to be able to sleep at night :([/QUOTE]
Dear NicolaAnne,

Your Sciatic nerve is being trapped in the respective hip area. Take it from me - one who knows - that seeing a VERY EXPERIENCED AND RECOMMENDED reflexologist will be the best thing you will have done up until now. Remember that a reflexologist has seven years training behind them and, yes, many have their own diagnostic equipment including X-ray machines. Ignore doctors who poo poo them!!!
 
I bought a pad from Boots for £20. It looks like a mini electric blanket. When I use it I lie on the couch with it under my back. It brings relief but it isn't a cure.
 
BaliRob said:
QUOTE="NicolaAnne1994, post: 565300, member: 83869"]Also, seeing as my GP aren't really taking me seriously would A&E or a walk in centre be an idea or of any help? I just want to be able to sleep at night :(
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Dear NicolaAnne,

Your Sciatic nerve is being trapped in the respective hip area. Take it from me - one who knows - that seeing a VERY EXPERIENCED AND RECOMMENDED reflexologist will be the best thing you will have done up until now. Remember that a reflexologist has seven years training behind them and, yes, many have their own diagnostic equipment including X-ray machines. Ignore doctors who poo poo them!!![/QUOTE]
Do you have to pay for them though? I am ringing NHS direct later though as I need some temporary pain relief so that I can sleep! I get pins and needles in my leg/foot too! :(
 
A chiropractor can help with sciatica. You'd have to go private an pay though.
 
NicolaAnne1994 said:
Dear NicolaAnne,

Your Sciatic nerve is being trapped in the respective hip area. Take it from me - one who knows - that seeing a VERY EXPERIENCED AND RECOMMENDED reflexologist will be the best thing you will have done up until now. Remember that a reflexologist has seven years training behind them and, yes, many have their own diagnostic equipment including X-ray machines. Ignore doctors who poo poo them!!!
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Do you have to pay for them though? I am ringing NHS direct later though as I need some temporary pain relief so that I can sleep! I get pins and needles in my leg/foot too! :([/QUOTE]
I am so sorry I MEANT CHIROPRACTOR (It's my age)
 
NicolaAnne1994 said:
Dear NicolaAnne,

Your Sciatic nerve is being trapped in the respective hip area. Take it from me - one who knows - that seeing a VERY EXPERIENCED AND RECOMMENDED reflexologist will be the best thing you will have done up until now. Remember that a reflexologist has seven years training behind them and, yes, many have their own diagnostic equipment including X-ray machines. Ignore doctors who poo poo them!!!
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Do you have to pay for them though? I am ringing NHS direct later though as I need some temporary pain relief so that I can sleep! I get pins and needles in my leg/foot too! :([/QUOTE]
I am so sorry I meant a CHIROPRACTOR (It's my age) - Some GP's have been known to refer under the NHS
 
Riri said:
A chiropractor can help with sciatica. You'd have to go private an pay though.
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I 100% endorse your recommendation - stupid me told her to go to a Reflexologist but have since amended my error.
 
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