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Is this Sciatica?

I haven't seen a doctor but feel fairly sure I'm suffering from sciatica.


The pain goes from my backside right down my left leg.


If I sit or lie down for long it's really painful when I get up.


Has anyone got any tips please?


Created By on 24/01/2019

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FrankMac59
12th Jul 2019 09:15:12
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It certainly sounds like it. One of the tests a doctor will do is lie you on your back and then left your straightened leg. Normal it gets to around ninety (I could use the numerals as they entered '90') degrees. with sciatica, pain usually restricts your leg elevation to significantly less than that.
JaneL59
10th Feb 2019 13:44:02
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Hi
I suffer from sciatica. I have a slip disc and disc degeneration (ages related). You should see your doctor and start the treatment. I start my 6 weeks physio on Tuesday.
Sally - Silversurfer's Editor
24th Jan 2019 14:34:32
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