Disc osteophytes causing sciatica
Reply With QuoteWhen i was 59 I ruptured and disc in my lower back that lead to severe sciatica in my left leg. I could hardly get out of my barcalounger for 5 weeks. The only thing that helped was chiro visits 2-3 times a week. I had a young chiro who was into crossfit and weight lifting. He used all kinds of gadgets to help break up the muscle spasms which were the major source of pain. I also had a lady who would do really intense deep tissue muscle massage. It was the type of massage that made you whimper. Similar to Rolfing and Hellerwork. The chiro worked the spine and she worked the muscles. After 3 months of the worst pain in my life I started SS with ridiculously light weights to get the complete range of motion back. Now I'm 60, downhill skiing, mt biking and doing a 5-3-1 training regimen because of the recovery aspects. My back is not an issue in any way now. I still visit the chiro and massage lady about once a month. Kind of like frequent oil changes for my old truck. The money spent on those visits are so worth it. Much better than drugs. I had an MRI taken that showed a lot of bone spurs. I worked with a trainer that was certified by Rip who made sure my form was proper. I have not looked back. Squats have saved my life, no kidding.
