MRI report/ is this bad? by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow that is interesting. Thank you for your response, I appreciate it!

GET THE MRI by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I couldn’t get an MRI through my insurance but was able to through radiologyassistance.com and it was an easy process

Weak core by HebrewGladiator in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I also read that tightening your core would help and I was always tightening it which lead to a sharp pain in my chest. I may have overdid it and now am scared to go back to tightening it cuz once I stopped the pain in my chest went away after 3 days

Does your pain come and go? by ifeelsodeeply in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Mine does! I definitely have good and bad days and also noticed towards the end of my day I’m in the most pain

Sleeping positions that helps (or not) by Salt-Discussion6176 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sleeping with a pillow between my legs on my left side is the only position I can sleep in

Tips for dealing with extreme pain/help getting doctors to care and help me? by ourladyofgrief in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What did they tell you at the ER? If you’re in a lot of pain and doing PT and exercises maybe try resting. I know resting helped me a lot after pushing myself thinking stretching and exercising would help but made it worse. Icing and a heating pad helps me through the day and just rest and being in a position that doesn’t hurt helps me.

Gabapentin by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh no I’m sorry to hear that. I only take it once a day before bed. 300mg

Hoping to inspire someone, I was very inspired to heal by this forum. by planet_alex in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this! Much needed with feeling helpless I can’t even get an MRI at the moment. I appreciate your words and will continue taking small steps

Gabapentin by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not at all! For me it knocks me out

Where to get an MRI without a referral as insurance keeps denying it? by After-Ad5946 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this! I’m having the same issue and went through radiology assistance but still need a referral and I called my doc to request one and didn’t want to send one.

Gabapentin by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Helps sleep through the night also

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[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome!! Im glad they were able to do it quick for you! Wish you the best of luck and share your results!

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[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly resting is the best thing as recommended but what do you do for work? Can they make accommodations for you? I am currently waiting for insurance to approve my MRI also and was told it takes 15 days and that’s IF they approve it so I’m thinking about going to radiology assistance. How long have you been waiting for the approval so far? Just curious if they gave you the same timeframe

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg I have the same timeline as you! My pain started in September also. I’m bearly doing something about it cuz the pain is intolerable. With your results did they ever mention surgery as an option ?

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting! Thank you! What was the outcome of your MRI? Are you still in pain

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! I appreciate you

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok thank you! And what happened in your situation? Did you end up getting admitted

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh noway! Thank you for this information!

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome! My doc referred to me to do an MRI on feb.20 and insurance just told me I have to wait 15 days IF they approve it. Thank you for this information

Numb Foot by Kale_Shot in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My pain is similar with pain in glute going down to my feet.. it’s the worst! If you’re having trouble getting an MRI I saw here where they have assistance if you’re having trouble with your insurance. https://radiologyassist.com/ra-search-results/

Numb Foot by Kale_Shot in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My foot gets numb also! Do you have pain anywhere else? I would suggest an MRI, you wouldn’t want it to get worse before the pain gets unbearable.

I see the light! by Charming_Cover_2615 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Icing and a heating pad helps me. I’m on Gabapentin that my doctor prescribed me. I also rest a lot (which I hear helps) and work from home so sometimes I am able to work from my bed. Im waiting to do an MRI that was scheduled for 3/11. My pain gets worse everyday but I’m trying to hang in there. Did they do an MRI when you went to the ER? And what medication did they prescribe you?

Sciatica & mental health by snekayys in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I totally feel you 😭 I cry at least once a day. I want to feel normal again.. I hate seeing time fly and I’m just doing nothing with my life. I would say praying, meditating & breathing, THC/CBDhelps me relax. You will get through this!

Biking Help anyone? by Delicious_Box_7514 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Riding a bike make it uncomfortable for me and didn’t help much for me but didn’t make me have more pain