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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?

  • 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.

  • Thanks. Chiro with mri is my next step if physio doesn’t work. Good tip on the soft tissue specialisation. It doesn’t feel like my spine so that’s good but I am no expert.

    I’ve bought a knobbly roller to try out too.

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