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Family Medicine (Expert Forum)
Sciatica and pain in buttock area
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Sciatica and pain in buttock area
by aprilac, Aug 05, 2006 12:00AM
my recent back x-rays showed arthritis and i do have all the symtoms of sciatica; discomfort and pain in the buttock area when sitting and very low back stiffness. i have been in pt for about 6 weeks and i do notice an improvement, but i still have alot of discomfort when sitting. it feels like the bone in my buttock is constantly sore. i am started a new job soon and i am worried since it is alot of sitting time. i have been doing stretches, but are there any other things i can do to relieve the pain when sitting ? i do not want to tell my prospective employer and i am hesitant to bring a back support cushion in for my back ? any insight would be grateful. thank you.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Aug 05, 2006 12:00AM
, Aug 05, 2006 12:00AM
6 weeks of PT is an appropriate conservative approach to sciatica. If the symptoms continue, an MRI of the back can be considered to rule out a herniated disk.
Most cases of herniated disks resolve with conservative therapy. If the symptoms continue, a referral to an orthopedic surgeon can be considered.
This option can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
Most cases of herniated disks resolve with conservative therapy. If the symptoms continue, a referral to an orthopedic surgeon can be considered.
This option can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
