It Is Sciatica

[gordiescotland1]

Hi there been to gp and it is sciatica I have been given cocodamol for the pain 30/500 up to 8 a day he examined me and lifted my legs he said most people can raise their legs to 90 degrees I managed only 30 degree I brought in a urine sample and it was clear of any blood or protein but of course it had sugar in it but just a little bit I had no idea that sciatica could be so painful I'm in a lot of pain I can't find a position to lie or sit in

[jourdain2]

My sympathies, gordie. I have suffered from it many times. I'm sure your doctor will have told you that usually it passes before too much time has passed. If it is due to a back problem, such as a disc having slipped and affecting the nerve, then phsio may be needed. Time will tell. Be of good cheer, it will go eventually, but it's a horrible pain, I agree. Try a hot-water bottle on it.

[wolf63]

Gordie, I know that, like me, you are overweight. I have found that carrying a rucksack on my back (usually with my shopping in it) seems to help. I presume that it pulls my spine in a better position.

I have to sleep on my side too - sometimes I manage to get a warm little cat to lie against my back.

It will go away but as you realise - it hurts like flux when it is here.

[jennyjoan]

yes it is very painful but it does pass but after quite a time - I think I had mine about 6 months - but it just became part of life - then one day no pain.