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What Causes Sciatica Pain Radiating From The Right Buttock Towards The Ankle?

I m quite sure I have Sciatica, pain in the right buttock and down to the ankles. I have had this for 1 -1/2 been to PT & Chiropractor - do not feel any better than before. I am in a lot of pain today, at work and walking and standing. Should I have an MRI to see if it could be my Hip???? thx
Thu, 17 Aug 2017
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Hello,
Thank you for using healthcare magic.
I read your question and understood your concern.
I think you should do MRI of the lower spine , not of the hip. The problem is in the nerves that come out of the spine so you should check that part at the neurology specialist.
I wish you quick recovery.
Dr. Selmani
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What Causes Sciatica Pain Radiating From The Right Buttock Towards The Ankle?

Hello, Thank you for using healthcare magic. I read your question and understood your concern. I think you should do MRI of the lower spine , not of the hip. The problem is in the nerves that come out of the spine so you should check that part at the neurology specialist. I wish you quick recovery. Dr. Selmani