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How To Treat Pain In Lower Back Radiating Into Legs?
i am suffering lower back pain since last 6 years, pain was radiating thru legs,dr. found disc bulge at lumbar (L4-L5) joints & advised me many life-style changes and few daily exercises. i was not able to follow that exercises after few months due to hectic work & family life. but now the lower back pain controlled to some lvl and leg pain getting worse like not able to walk or stand more time.is there possibility to ruin & recover from this pains if i adhere to strict discipline what dr advised 6 yrs earlier.(people advising me about surgery which i want to avoid)
Mon, 31 Aug 2020
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The symptoms seem to be related to sciatica pain.
I suggest to use painkillers such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain.
I also suggest using ice compresses for local application.
Gentle stretching exercises can also be very helpful in relieving the pain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to sciatica pain.
I suggest to use painkillers such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain.
I also suggest using ice compresses for local application.
Gentle stretching exercises can also be very helpful in relieving the pain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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