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What Causes Pain On My Back Of My Right Leg?

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For a few months now I have had severe back pain and shooting pains down the back of my right leg, my GP diagnosed Sciatica and said it would go. Well, it hasnt, the pain down my leg is not as bad but the pain in the base of my back is continuing and is very painful and is interfering with everyday life

Mon, 7 Jul 2014
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Pain Medicine & Palliative Care Specialist,  's  Response
Hi,
Chronic back pain can be debilitating. There are lifestyle changes that may help you. Ifbyou are overweight then weight loss may help. Regular low impact exercise such as swimming or cycling could be considered. Exercises to build up your core muscles to support your back will help. Do not rest as this will cause stiffness. Warm or cold compresses to area. Paracetamol and ibuprofen for pain. Also steroid injections usually give lasting relief and can be repeated if needed.
I hope this helps you.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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What Causes Pain On My Back Of My Right Leg?

Hi, Chronic back pain can be debilitating. There are lifestyle changes that may help you. Ifbyou are overweight then weight loss may help. Regular low impact exercise such as swimming or cycling could be considered. Exercises to build up your core muscles to support your back will help. Do not rest as this will cause stiffness. Warm or cold compresses to area. Paracetamol and ibuprofen for pain. Also steroid injections usually give lasting relief and can be repeated if needed. I hope this helps you. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger