Sciatic nerve ?

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I ran a 10miler (1:20:53) on Dec 11th and I had some stiffnes - 2 days later I had sciatic pain all down the leg from buttock to ankle. I tried a 1.5 mile jog 2 weeks ago but it flared again . Voltarol from the doctor helped as did some remedial massage . Fiding what aggrevates it helps - I obviously had a weak back so I have put much work in on my back and Abs . For the first month I wasn't able to cycle and walking hurt a lot. Now I can cycle and use the treadmill in the gym - for the last 4 consecutive training sessions I have been able to do 20 minute bike , back work , abs and upperbody then finish with a 20 minute treadmill . I can now spend most of the day with only minor twinges if at all (none today) . I hope to begin gentle jogging again perhaps end of next week then build very slowly .

I have successfully treated a sciatic nerve problem for years. I suggest the following: First if you have your wallet in your left rear pocket, put it on the right side. Sitting on it inflames the problem. Second start an exercise program of bent knee sit-ups to build your stomach muscles to counteract the strong back muscles developed by running. Third, if you have old shoes throw them out and get new ones with more cushion to reduce the shock. If after doing the sit-ups for a month and still no improvement go to an orthopedic surgeon (sports medicine specialist if possible) and get an x-ray and expert diagnosis. If it is muscular get a referral to a physical therapist. Forget the chiropractors.

Bob is an ignorant fuck, ignore him. Sciatic nerve problems ARE EXACTLY what chiropractors are trained for. A MD can only offer pills and sympathy.

I never credited it to you, so relax. Problem is, not many dr's do that. You see surgeons do surgey, and to try to get you to NOT get surgery is counterproductive to them going to mauii every year, or getting the new mercedes. Yours is a raritie. Also realize most people simply will not exercise as you did, no matter what the benefits.