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Is It I Am Having A Displaced Disc Which Is Compressing The Nerve Resulting In The Pain?

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Posted on Fri, 30 Aug 2024
Question: Shooting pain in calf and ankle. Pain gradually increasing since last 2 weeks. In extreme pain, not able to walk/sit at all. The pain is not subsiding despite the current medications. I have written down the MRI findings in the chatbox below. Please help with the diagnosis and next steps.
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Answered by Dr. jaideep gaver (15 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Go for a caudal block

Detailed Answer:
Hello mam,
You are having a displaced disc which is compressing the nerve resulting in the pain, go with a caudal block which will be given by a orthopedician or a anaesthetist followed by rest and gradual physiotherapy and medication.
This will resolve your problem.
Thanks and regards
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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Is It I Am Having A Displaced Disc Which Is Compressing The Nerve Resulting In The Pain?

Brief Answer: Go for a caudal block Detailed Answer: Hello mam, You are having a displaced disc which is compressing the nerve resulting in the pain, go with a caudal block which will be given by a orthopedician or a anaesthetist followed by rest and gradual physiotherapy and medication. This will resolve your problem. Thanks and regards