Hello again. Last week, I had appts with my PCP, my chiropractor, and my physical therapist. The PCP prescribed a dose pack of prednisolone and a 30-day supply of gabapentin. I finished the prednisolone this morning and have taken a 400 mg dose of ibuprofen yesterday and today. I have not started the gabapentin due to concerns about the side effects.
The result of the prednisolone was a reduction in pain, but after physical exertion yesterday, the pain is back. The primary symptom all day today was parasthesis in the anterior region of my left calf, which increased throughout the day. This evening after doing my PT exercises, the parasthesis seems to have subsided, but I now have an increase in gluteal pain (near the piriformis, I think). The parasthesis is somewhat new to me, as I’ve really only experienced it post-op. This latest bout seems more intense and less “itchy” (if that means anything) than what I was experiencing shortly after recovery began.
My chiropractor noted nothing of significance and seemed pleased w/ all facets of my strength. My physical therapist prescribed me with some nerve stretching exercises (which do help) and some additional core strength exercises. I have been back at my PT exercises since last week. Again, no loss of motor function; I check every day, multiple times.
My additional question / concern is whether a reduction in pain w/ the steroid is indicative of anything, given the increase in pain today and into the evening. I don’t mean to bother you. If I lived in Vail, I would already have been in your office, but I live some six hours away. I appreciate any input you might have. Thank you.
Chris.
