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After getting my hip adjusted, I get nerve pain in left leg and lower back. Why?

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Answered by

Sreenivasa Rao

Medically reviewed by

Dr. Vinodhini J.

Published At May 29, 2020
Reviewed AtJune 23, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I had my hips adjusted about a year ago and the trainer who did it yanked my right leg to align my hips. It felt good at that time but the next day I had nerve pain down my left leg and into my lower back on the right side. Every time I stretch my left hamstring or sit in an L shape I get a really sharp pain in my right lumbar spin area. It has not gotten any better and I have tried nerve flossing but that was making it worse. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Answered by Sreenivasa Rao

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

In my opinion, you might have your sacroiliac (SI) joint strained and the same is causing you pain in the back and the leg. You just need a good mobilization of the SI joint and lower spine. Along with some soft tissue work to relieve the pain and spasm. Nothing to worry. Once you start realigning the joint you will gradually feel better. You need to start strengthening your lower back and glute stability with hip control exercises. As of now, keep a lot of icing in the painful area frequently like once in two hours for 10 to 15 minutes. Gentle stretching of gluteus and hip flexor, gentle massage over gluteus muscles, and hip mobility program will help you to relax with lower leg symptoms. I hope this helps.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Sreenivasa Rao
Sreenivasa Rao

Physiotherapy

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