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What Is the Prognosis for Severe Sciatica?

on December 27, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Sciatica is a condition that causes pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the lower back, buttocks, and legs due to the compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest and thickest nerve in the body, and ...
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Can Deadlifting Cause a Herniated Disc?

on December 25, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Deadlifting is one of the most popular and effective exercises for building strength, muscle mass, and power. The deadlift primarily engages the posterior chain—comprising the lower back, glutes, hamstrings, and core. When executed with ...
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Do I Need a Walker after a Discectomy?

on December 22, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A discectomy is a type of surgery that removes part or all of a spinal disc that is pressing on a nerve and causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the lower back, buttocks, or legs. The surgery can relieve the symptoms of a ...
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How Long Is Too Long for a Herniated Disc?

on December 20, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Living with a herniated disc can be an excruciating journey that affects not just physical wellbeing but also mental and emotional health. As individuals grapple with pain and limited mobility, a common question arises: How long is too ...
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Can Sciatica Pain Radiate to the Groin?

on December 18, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Sciatica is a common condition characterized by pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, typically from the lower back down the back of each leg. However, for some individuals, the pain does not stop there. Sciatica pain can ...
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Can You Cross Your Legs after Discectomy?

on December 15, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
If you have had a discectomy, you may wonder if you can cross your legs after the surgery. Crossing your legs is a common habit that many people do unconsciously, especially when sitting for a long time. However, crossing your legs after ...
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What Does a Chiropractor Do for Sciatica?

on December 13, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Sciatica is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the lower back and leg. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower spine to the foot, is compressed or irritated by a herniated disc, spinal ...
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Is the Disc Weaker after Microdiscectomy?

on December 11, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that involves removing a small portion of a herniated disc that is compressing a nerve root or the spinal cord. A microdiscectomy can relieve pain, numbness, tingling, or ...
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Does Herniated Disc Surgery Come with a Risk of Paralysis?

on December 8, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Herniated disc surgery, a common medical intervention for those grappling with spinal issues, is not without its concerns. Among the fears that loom large in the minds of patients considering surgery is the prospect of paralysis. This ...
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Can You Get a Massage after a Discectomy?

on December 6, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A discectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing a damaged disc from the spine. It is usually done to treat conditions such as herniated discs, sciatica, or spinal stenosis. A discectomy can relieve pain, numbness, and weakness ...
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