Sciatica? Can anyone advise?

[Sarahh2014]

Always had back pain on and off since rta several years ago which is manageable.Started today with what can only be described as toothache down my legs knee caps privates and top of bum and back.Could this be sciatica? I've got dr appointment later but just wondered if sounded familiar to anyone

Sounds like it. I've had physio for this before and the exercises they give you to do are good at preventing it when you feel the twinges coming on. Ask the doctor to refer you. And be careful if you're given anti inflammatory tablets as they're very hard on the stomach.

Thanks I've took tramadol but feel spaced out now

I hate tramadol, it makes me hallucinate! Try to get it sorted because it can last for ages.

Ask for a physio referral and if you can stretch yo the cost, i would really recommend seeing an osteopath or chiropractor.
Sometimes Groupon have offers.

A TENS machine worked wonders for my sciatica.

Sounds like your pelvis could be misaligned too.
What’s your lifestyle like? Have you had children? And are you hyper flexible?