Michalon Gilles

Answers to patient questions

• General topics
  Hi, I am 36 years old male. I had L5-S1 surgery to remove the disc 5 years ago. I am having pain again in lower back and my legs since last 4-5 days.. I am resting but would like to know if it can be something serious. Should I go for MRI and diagnosis again or it is normal to have such episodes knowing the medical condition I have. Will I be normal again to live normal life ? Thanks in advance for Guidance

  • Good morning,
    it is not surprising to present several episodes of lumbar pain and even very acute radiating pain, unfortunately.
    Then, there are several causes of radiating pain in the legs, they are not always of disc origin, or even lumbar. they have an in-depth clinical examination done (sometimes it's better than doing an MRI or scan directly).
    In addition, in the long term it must be said that even someone who has not had medical intervention will experience several episodes of low back pain. So it's a real hygiene of life to adopt to avoid further weakening your back: physical activities, relaxation, good diet (avoid... dairy and acid products), good sleep, improve any stressful context.
    I hope my review has enlightened you a bit.
    Good luck to you Read more

    

    Michalon Gilles

• Knee pain
  Hi, I think I sprained my left knee. So, I got a knee support from the pharmacy to support recovery. As a self-diagnosis, I have no problems walking, the inner side ligaments seem to be healing better, but even after 8 weeks, the knee still feel sore. I can swim, but not really run and certainly not do any contact sports. It's probably best to finally see a general doctor. After seeing a general doctor, in case it is necessary, what could be the possible next steps to investigate what is wrong with the knee?

  • Hello,
    You have to see a physical therapist for the next steps, to recover the total mobility and the muscles.

    

    Michalon Gilles

• General topics
  Good evening. 3 weeks ago I had epidural steroid injections to my spine ( neck herniaC5-c6 ). I started my Physiotherapy week ago. Few days ago I received documents from hospital that I had two injection to my spine one on the 21st March (C5-C6) second one on 29 th March (C6-C7)I knew straight away that something was wrong . I couldn’t walk I felt so much pain . Second injection has been done incorrectly ( wrong place ). I can’t get in touch with my orthopedist (holidays) I completely don’t know what to do with it. It hurts all the time. Should I continue with my physiotherapy or stop it till I will have my appointment with my Physiotherapist(2 nd May 2024) ? Please help

  • Good evening,
    You didn't describe your symptoms, so it's easier to refer patients with this information.
    In any case, it would be interesting to turn to other disciplines if physiotherapy doesn't help. Acupunctures, gentle osteopathy?

    

    Michalon Gilles