Thank you VERY MUCH for your response.
I needed to know it because my rheumy claims that the pains I am having are 'cause I'm lowering my meds and following a "guru's" advice re changing food intake.
I don't know if I could proceed with lowering the meds AND keeping a regular diet but, my rheumi (which is a good MD & a nice guy and I do like his scientific attitude BUT I don't like to be dependant on meds for the rest of my life).
I have tried ALSO acupuncture (may had it's effect I cannot spot it though) and/or massage therapy - I love getting massage; it relaxes. Does it cure? I don't know.
Thanks
D.
Hi Dana,
Sciatica isn't considered to be an autoimmune disorder. If I remember right, they say that sciatica is caused by compression of nerve roots that affect the sciatic nerve.
Good luck with your treatment. Remember if your treatment isn't working for you, there are other options such as acupuncture and/or massage therapy.
Best,
PlateletGal