PatzB Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I have the number of a very good physio that helped my brother, i will PM it if you want Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therapyman Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 You'll find a few people who could help you at Clinic One. Look at http://www.clinicone.co.uk How that things improve for you anyway:thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pk014b7161 Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 i suffered with it saw an ostreopath (spelling) smartened me up .also dont drink alcohol as that makes the pain flare up has i found out much to my dismay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salster! Posted June 21, 2006 Author Share Posted June 21, 2006 Thanks all for your replies, I appreciate it, Im having a brief respite at the moment hooray - but as its recurring im sure that all your suggestions will come in handy Thanks again Sal:thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owlface Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 How about one of these? http://www.seemans.com/care/wooden_back_stretcher.htm I suffered 3 prolapsed vertibrae and was told by a consultant that I would have back pain and sciatica for life ... so I started to use one of these a couple of years after the injury and have not suffered with any real pain now for over 10 years (apart from the odd time when I have twisted my back and aggrivated it for a few days). It was a real help for me and I'd recommend one to anyone. Also it's good for giving you a decent posture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendygs Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 Nothing to beat a hot water bottle, standing against a hot radiator, long walks, yoga stretches and swimming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saxon51 Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 I suffer from it but it has been easier for the past year or so. Driving any distance had me doubled up like a Elton John's boyfriend for ages afterwards. Boy did I feel stupid. The only time I was not in any pain was when I went for gentle strolls - uphill, not downhill mind - and lying in bed was pure agony as my right leg felt as though a prize fighter was punching it. Tried painkillers, anti-inflammatories, physiotherapy, but nothing worked. The doctor asked me when was it least painful, so I told him that it eased whenever I was walking. His recommendation? Walk as much as you can!!! Anyhow, it is easier and less frequent now, but I haven't got a clue why. Edit: Forgot to put the 'd' in bed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnycyst Posted June 28, 2006 Share Posted June 28, 2006 Hi there, Unfortunately there are lots of different types of back pain that can cause sciatica. It is always worth going to a specialist like an osteopath to have it looked at as you will get a diagnosis based on the sort of back pain you are suffering and treatment that with be suitable for it. Also useful for advice on what you should or shouldn't be doing, exercises if relevant and other forms of relief. Another reason is to rule out anything serious... Some of the time heat can give some relief but generally ice is the better option. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mart Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 Has anyone on here recovered from or obtained relief from sciatica and if so how. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bev2 Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 my partner was advised to take sciago it works for him you can get it from herbalists Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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