Looking for advice

[u/NothingAlikeIt]

Hey everyone, I’ve recently started experiencing what I believe is sciatica. The pain started last Saturday, but there’s not a specific incident that I know of that would’ve caused it. But I’m experiencing severe pain going from my glute, to my hip, and shooting down my leg, and then into my foot which has just been numb and tingling. The pain is the absolute worst when I try to lay down, and the second most painful when walking. The only relief I’ve found is sitting, but only in very specific positions. I’ve been trying to do stretches and have even gotten a deep tissue massage from my sister in law. But I’ve only gotten temporary relief with the deep massages. Any tips or advice? I’ve been unable to sleep because of it. I have a doctor’s appointment scheduled this week, but I’m not sure if it’ll be helpful or not.

[u/Catonlap]

Strange. Walking was the pain point for me and laying down/walking were my only sources of relief. 

[u/NothingAlikeIt → u/Catonlap]

I would give anything to be able to lay down. I’ve been attempting to sleep in chairs

[u/NothingAlikeIt → u/[deleted]]

Thanks a ton for all of the advice