pinched nerve

starsinger17

So I think I have a pinched nerve in my lower back. I've had crazy bad shooting pain through my back and butt all day. I took some Tylenol but it didn't help. Typically I would take a higher dose but don't really know what to do now that I'm pregnant. Anybody know any natural remedies or other meds we can take?

TonyaCody06

Sounds like possible sciatica. Stretching is the best remedy for that. You can look up some specific ways to stretch that area.

LegalLadyBug

The first thing that came to mind reading that was sciatic pain as well. I had a problem with it last pregnancy but only in the third trimester. From what I understand there's not a lot that can be done as far as medication is concerned, I just tried to stretch my back a lot. I got one of those huge yoga balls and that was my best friend.

mom2be614

I'd check out a prenatal yoga class soon. A chiropractor who specializes in maternity care may also be able to help.

This is a good short practice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gopPS-mfsFk

EIK2013

TonyaCody06 said:

Sounds like possible sciatica. Stretching is the best remedy for that. You can look up some specific ways to stretch that area.

I agree with this!  I am having similar pain and I think it is my sciatica.  It starts sometimes in my groin and can wrap around my lower back and into my butt.  I find it best to not cross my legs and keep even pressure on both legs throughout the day.  Once I get home I put my legs up and sleep with a pillow in between my legs at night.  Hang in there!