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General Discussion / Re: Sciatica
« on: February 26, 2016, 10:04:50 AM »
Have just seen this discussion. Probably have most up to date info as have been off bike (and anything much else since last October). I have had a sciatic radiculopathy ( damage to sciatic nerve from problem in back). Have seen and been treated by specialist in this condition (consultant in Heath Hospital) and have discussed with him latest research and done a full literature search for myself (I am a retired consultant physician ). I am on mend and should start back on bike in about 6 weeks.
'Sciatica' is loosely used term for backache but the sciatic nerve is the longest and biggest nerve which goes down to the sole of the foot, thus the stricter name sciatic radiculopathy -this is diagnosed by pain(sometimes agonising) but also other sensory signs such as numbness ,loss of feeling, tingling ,anaesthesia extending almost always below the knee. Indeed pain below knee is thought the key criteria for diagnosis. If you want more info give me a buzz Terssa and Tim have my number or email me. There are some warning signs for need for MRI - GP' s usually very good at diagnosis as common problem. 'Treat your own back' by award winning physio Robin McKenzie (Amazon ) is excellent and cheaper than even 1 session with a physio ! If you have pain, or other symptoms below knee you should stop exercise until seen by doctor.Cheers
'Sciatica' is loosely used term for backache but the sciatic nerve is the longest and biggest nerve which goes down to the sole of the foot, thus the stricter name sciatic radiculopathy -this is diagnosed by pain(sometimes agonising) but also other sensory signs such as numbness ,loss of feeling, tingling ,anaesthesia extending almost always below the knee. Indeed pain below knee is thought the key criteria for diagnosis. If you want more info give me a buzz Terssa and Tim have my number or email me. There are some warning signs for need for MRI - GP' s usually very good at diagnosis as common problem. 'Treat your own back' by award winning physio Robin McKenzie (Amazon ) is excellent and cheaper than even 1 session with a physio ! If you have pain, or other symptoms below knee you should stop exercise until seen by doctor.Cheers