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Lower back ache with leg ache
I hv lower back pain with leg pain since 2 yrs. Mri shows bulging in discs. Now the problem is increased. Im unable to sit or stand for more than 30 min. There is heaviness n numbness in my back. I did physiotherapy for the same pain had subsided but nw the pain is worse
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Any change of symptoms or change is sensation is an indication for organising an MRI scan. Kindly get an MRI scan of your back and see a Spinal Surgeon.
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Apply Hot Fomentation twice daily.
Avoid bending in front.
Postural Correction- Sit Tall, Walk Tall.
Extension Exercises x 15 times x twice daily - lying on tummy, take left arm up for 3 seconds, then bring it down, right arm up for 3 seconds, bring down. Bring right leg up, hold for 3 seconds, bring it down. Then right leg up and hold for 3 seconds and bring it down. Repeat twice a day- 10 times. Bhujang Asana -- Lie flat on your stomach, keeping the palms out, bend the neck backward, take a deep breath and while holding it for 6 seconds, raise the chest up. Release breath and relax your body. Repeat the exercise 15 times twice daily.
Core Strengthening Exercises- Straight Leg Raised With Toes Turned Outward, repeat 10 times, twice a day.
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Hi,
Where is pain in leg? What About the pain in lying position? When The pain reduces?
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Consult Physio for Trrigger points in leg, this May cause pain in low back
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Dr. Kavin Khatri
Orthopedist
10 yrs exp
Faridkot
Start with back strengthing exercises. Sending you the link of the same below
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.backpainrelieving.backpain
Or you can search for " back pain relieving exercises by kavin khatri" on google playstore
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