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Pinched Nerve in the Lower Back
A Pinched nerve in the lower back is also commonly called
sciatica.
The usual cause for this to occur is from a
herniated disc
pressing on a spinal nerve root. These lumbar
nerve roots
join together to form the
sciatic nerve.
This crucial nerve and its peripheral branches send neurological impulses to and from your entire lower body.

Pinched Lumbar Nerve Symptoms
* Pain in the area of the nerve compression. Can be SEVERE!
* Tingling in the back,
buttocks, legs and feet.
* Numbness
in the ankles or feet.
* Burning
in the leg muscles.
* Weakness
in the leg or foot muscles
Cauda Equina Warning
Loss of bowel or bladder control or numbness in the buttocks or genitals might be an indication of
Cauda Equina Syndrome.
This condition should be given immediate treatment by a medical professional. If the symptoms are left untreated, permanent nerve damage may be done to the affected areas, resulting in lifelong functional disability.
Pinched Nerve in the Lower Back Advice
The pain from a
pinched nerve
in the lower back can be horrible. However, you should not allow it to control your life. It is crucial for you to have faith that it will heal. Most lumbar
compressed nerves
will heal by themselves. Do not let the severity of the pain scare you.
Lower back pain
is probably the most agonizing condition a person can ever experience. However, most of the pain is temporary and will not leave any permanent damage.I suffered from what I thought were compressed nerves in my lower back for 18 years. I let the condition gain power over me and control my life. I became worried, fearful and intimidated by the pain. I learned the facts about what was actually happening in my lower back and why my
chronic back pain
would not go away. I overcame this crippling pain 100%. I did it. You can too.
Pinched Nerve in the Lower Back to Back Pain Home
6/10/06 Revised 10/28/09

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