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Suggest Remedy For Permanent Relief From Back Pain

I have had an epidural injection in my lower back it seemed to only hlp the numbness and tingle sensation going down my left leg for a very short time and the pain is back I just recieve te same inctions on my neck that seems to be helping my arm right now, I am tring to figuire out if the pain will stay gone what are the chances. I am a 45 year old female who was hurt in a boat accident and have several problems I have had a total of 6 epidurals and cortison shots I am worried about having more if they do not last fro more than a couple weeks.
Tue, 24 Mar 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.
You cant take so many shots of epidural.
You need permanent solution now.
Usually nerve compression cant be seen on x ray you may need MRI for this.
If there is any nerve compression then that may need specific treatment.

I will advise you to do MRI spine
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Suggest Remedy For Permanent Relief From Back Pain

Hello, I have studied your case. You cant take so many shots of epidural. You need permanent solution now. Usually nerve compression cant be seen on x ray you may need MRI for this. If there is any nerve compression then that may need specific treatment. I will advise you to do MRI spine Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.