Sciatic Nerve and Pain Management Posted: 11-02-06 20:48pm
I have had a stiffining pain in my lower
back for about 2 months now which affects
my sciatic nerve; some days are better
then others. I went to the doctors & was
perscribed 800mg ibprofin & my back still
hurts. I am done with the meds & made
another appointment to go back next week
but with no insurance I may have to get
x-rays. Is there another (more effective)
pain medication that can help me?
Thank you in advance!
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Back Pain Answer A1779 Posted: 11-29-06 04:59am
It is not possible to treat an unknown
condition! An X-ray is necessary to first
identify what might be causing the pain
you are experiencing. Spondylosis is one
possibility, for example. If X-ray imaging
assumes a discus hernia, an MRI of the
lumbar vertebral column will be also
requested. Ibuprofen and other painkillers
(ketoprofen, diclofenak, codeine…) may
relieve the pain temporarily. You can go
to your doctor and follow her/his
instructions.
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