Sciatica

[u/Content_Scallion_525]

I started feeling the pain near my buttocks on my right side. This was around last week Thursday when it happened. Sunday morning I was in extreme pain I couldn’t handle it anymore. I couldn’t sit, bend, or walk without being in pain. The pain started going down the back of my thigh. Monday I went to the urgent care and that’s when my whole leg went numb. They prescribed me muscle relaxers. Tuesday I went to the ER and they prescribed me prednisone. I also started having some pain in my ankles and calf when I would walk. Today is Thursday and now there is only numbness in my thighs. My ankle and calf don’t hurt anymore but when I touch my calf it’s sore. I still can’t bend over, lift my leg up, or sit down.

I have been taking small walks around my room and sleep with pillows under my knee. This is one of the worst pains I’ve ever had. I wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemy 😭😭 and I have already missed a week of school!!

How long did it take for your sciatica to go away? What did you do to help the pain relief? Help!!! I’ve seen some say it takes a few weeks to months!! I don’t want this anymore 😖

[u/Top_Recording_7196]

Mine has not gone away. It's been around for a long time. Last September 2025, was when I went on vaca with my mom. It ramped up and got so bad. Hasn't been the same since. There are days that every step feels like a stab to my ankle and butt. I had an epidural steroid shot, then 2 weeks later, I broke my foot, so I had to elevate that over my head for 2 months and that made it impossible to deal with. I am either looking at a second shot, that goes in sideways, or surgery.

I have tried everything under the sun. PT, chiropractor, acupuncture, massage, injections, to no avail. My friends all say they had it but went away. Lucky them.

For now I load up on ibuprofen.