Sciatica and Lumbar Radiculopathy
Musculoskeletal Disorders Suresh Kumar•Gender: Male•Age: 41 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 1 year
Presenting Complaints & History
- Sharp pain radiating from lower back to left leg
- Numbness and tingling in the left calf and foot
- Inability to stand or walk for more than 10 minutes
- Lower back muscle spasms and stiffness
Clinical Assessment
A 41-year-old bank manager from Vadanappally presenting with sharp radiating leg pain. Previous treatments included heavy pain medications, gabapentin, and physical therapy with minimal change; spine specialist recommended disc surgery.
Diagnostic Investigations: MRI of lumbar spine showing L4-L5 disc protrusion compressing the left sciatic nerve root.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Constitutional analysis focused on his pain modalities (pain better for hard pressure, worse for cold winds), sedentary routine, and chilly thermal profile. After 1 Month: Pain intensity reduced; numbness in foot decreased. After 3 Months: Able to walk 20 minutes without leg pain; gabapentin stopped. After 6 Months: Back muscle spasms resolved; surgery avoided. One Year Follow-up: Pain-free.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Colocynthis and Gnaphalium Polycephalum
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Introduced spinal decompression exercises; daily core strengthening; ergonomic seating; hourly standing breaks at work.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 1 year- Total resolution of sharp radiating sciatic nerve pain
- Restored normal sensation and strength in left leg
- Successful avoidance of lumbar disc surgery
- Stable lower back flexibilty and muscle strength
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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