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What Precautionary Measures Should Be Taken After Surgery For Sciatic Pain?

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Posted on Tue, 7 Apr 2015
Question: Hello Doctor,

I have been operated for sciatic pain (L4 L5 & S1). What are the precautionary measures advisable. As per the doctor who operated me, says I would need to do my exercises regularly. Avoiding which I would need to go thru a second surgery inserting plates.
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (14 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Avoid forward bending and heavy weight lifting.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

You have to do exercises regularly as advised by your doctor to strengthen your back.

You have to avoid forward bending and heavy weight lifting.

Lie on hard bed.

Hope this helps you.

Warm regards.
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What Precautionary Measures Should Be Taken After Surgery For Sciatic Pain?

Brief Answer: Avoid forward bending and heavy weight lifting. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. You have to do exercises regularly as advised by your doctor to strengthen your back. You have to avoid forward bending and heavy weight lifting. Lie on hard bed. Hope this helps you. Warm regards.