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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In Lower Back, Hips And Legs
Hi, I am experiencing an extreme amount of severe pain in lower back, both hips and down both legs through my knees. It is very difficult to find a comfortable sitting position. I stretch every day and due light exercise every day. This has been going on for several months now. I am a 55 year old male in decent health.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe pain in lower back, hips and legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like lifting of heavy object in wrong posture, injury, vitamin B12 or E deficiency, nerve compression , disc problem or sciatica. I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination. Doctor may order CT scan or MRI to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant ,anti inflammatory , or recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement. Physical therapy wll help alot . Avoid standing and sitting for long time in one posture. Avoid excessive bending and wearing heels. For now apply warm compresses to back , hip and leg , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and take proper rest .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In Lower Back, Hips And Legs
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe pain in lower back, hips and legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like lifting of heavy object in wrong posture, injury, vitamin B12 or E deficiency, nerve compression , disc problem or sciatica. I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination. Doctor may order CT scan or MRI to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant ,anti inflammatory , or recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement. Physical therapy wll help alot . Avoid standing and sitting for long time in one posture. Avoid excessive bending and wearing heels. For now apply warm compresses to back , hip and leg , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and take proper rest . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari