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Posted on Mon, 16 Feb 2015
Question: I have an aching right thigh when sitting for long periods and a pain in the inside back of my
leg when stretching. Diagnosis , possible strained hip, sciatica or thy nec. What is the
teatment for these possible conditions? Thank you. YYYY@YYYY
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Answered by Dr. Rakesh Hasabe (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
following are the treatment modalities ti treat sciatica or hip strain.

Detailed Answer:
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I have gone through your question and I understood your problem.

Sciatica Treatment Options
alternative treatments (eg, acupuncture)
chiropractic care
medications
physical therapy
surgery


Sciatica Pain Relief
Pain is best treated with a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) such as ibuprofen or codeine (in acute cases).

In some cases a cortisone-like drug may be injected into the epidural space surrounding the spinal column. This procedure is similar to the epidural used during childbirth, and it's called an epidural steroid injection. A course of this type of treatment may offer temporary relief, but does not address the root of the problem.

Sciatica Surgery
Some patients with sciatica may find significant relief from surgery. In cases of herniated discs, a surgical procedure called a laminectomy may be performed. In this procedure, a portion of the posterior arch is removed to relieve pressure on pinched nerve tissues.

In cases of spinal stenosis, the portion of bone that is putting pressure on the sciatic nerve system can be removed.

Surgery is not for everyone. However, for those who have shown no sign of improvement in four to six weeks and who have had CT scans (computed tomography) or MRI that show a herniated disc or spinal stenosis, surgery may offer significant relief.

For strained hip you should apply ice several times a day to reduce swelling. Your doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to help reduce inflammation in the joint. Resting the injured area either by doing no physical activity or changing to an alternate activity that will not affect the hip, such as swimming, is also recommended. You can also receive physical therapy to rehabilitate the hip.

I hope my answer was helpful for you . Dont forget to close the discussion.Thank you.
DR . XXXXXXX HASABE
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Dr. Rakesh Hasabe

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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Side Of Thighs

Brief Answer: following are the treatment modalities ti treat sciatica or hip strain. Detailed Answer: Hey thanks for your faith in the health care Magic I have gone through your question and I understood your problem. Sciatica Treatment Options alternative treatments (eg, acupuncture) chiropractic care medications physical therapy surgery Sciatica Pain Relief Pain is best treated with a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) such as ibuprofen or codeine (in acute cases). In some cases a cortisone-like drug may be injected into the epidural space surrounding the spinal column. This procedure is similar to the epidural used during childbirth, and it's called an epidural steroid injection. A course of this type of treatment may offer temporary relief, but does not address the root of the problem. Sciatica Surgery Some patients with sciatica may find significant relief from surgery. In cases of herniated discs, a surgical procedure called a laminectomy may be performed. In this procedure, a portion of the posterior arch is removed to relieve pressure on pinched nerve tissues. In cases of spinal stenosis, the portion of bone that is putting pressure on the sciatic nerve system can be removed. Surgery is not for everyone. However, for those who have shown no sign of improvement in four to six weeks and who have had CT scans (computed tomography) or MRI that show a herniated disc or spinal stenosis, surgery may offer significant relief. For strained hip you should apply ice several times a day to reduce swelling. Your doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to help reduce inflammation in the joint. Resting the injured area either by doing no physical activity or changing to an alternate activity that will not affect the hip, such as swimming, is also recommended. You can also receive physical therapy to rehabilitate the hip. I hope my answer was helpful for you . Dont forget to close the discussion.Thank you. DR . XXXXXXX HASABE