Pain, Weakness, Tingling Radiating Down Legs. What Should I Do To Avoid Sever Relapse?
Thanks for posting your query.
The symptoms you have are likely to be related to degenerative disc disease with a mild nerve root irritation or compression.
There is no need to panic. You can wait till Tuesday for a detailed evaluation and physical therapy.
Right now, you need to do a bed rest, do a hot fomentation in the lower spine. Applying a local analgesic gel will also be helpful.
Do start with methylcobalamin supplements for relief.
• Lie on a hard bed.
• Anti -inflammatory drugs like Tablet Motrin 1 tablet as and when required ( dont repeat a dose before 6 hours) with food.
• Avoid forward bending.
• Correct your posture while sitting
• Avoid prolonged sitting or standing.
• Avoid strenuous activity & lifting heavy weights.
• Apply diclofenac gel on the affected area. Warm compresses will also help.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.