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  • I have screwed my back (sciatic nerve or something else) on a deadlift sans belt and then aggravated carrying a suitcase. Any top tips for healing?

    Ridiculous pain in butt and down to my left ankle. A physio has given me some exercises and they may be helping a bit but not that much.

    Internet wisdom varies wildly; train through the pain (Starr method, Alan thrall) to ‘your spine is f*cked you need surgery and will never lift again.’

    Thoughts?

  • Rest + time will fix most things.

  • Foam roll your glute , or go to a professional sports injury masseuse.

  • Had this happen to me two years ago. I trained through the pain. One day while doing heavy deadlifts something clicked in my back and pain just disappeared.
    No one should take any advice from me tho.

  • My thought is that you should see a doctor. Apparently they can offer assistance and, perhaps, medication.

    I hurt my back on Monday playing squash. I have rested since then. No squash. I have done some walking as a test and taken anti-inflammation tablets. Pain is reduced but it does not seem as bad as yours.

  • If you're in a lot of pain I'd suggest going to see an osteo or chiro with a specialism in soft tissue. They'll be able to diagnose and give you a suggested treatment plan. You'll be better off doing this as your healing will be quicker with fewer compensation problems. A sports massage therapist won't be able to help at this stage unless you have a diagnosis.

    It will be worth the outlay. PM me if you want a recommendation.

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