That sounds like sciatica nerve pain
January 26
Find a good physio and try go regularly
February 10
Get yourself a foam roller and roll on it. My pt lady said to bend your knees and roll with your hands behind on the floor. Then put your knees to the side and roll that way and then put your knees to the other side and roll that way. Make sure you’re not rolling on your tailbone but a few inches up so it’s almost a few inches up from your tailbone up towards your middle of your back. Also, I was told if you could get something like a bottle cap and rub it in your right cheek in your left cheek and hit that pain. If you’re on the foam roller, you’ll notice where the pain is at and that’s where you need to roll. I hope this helps. Have a great day.
February 3
What could be causing buttock pain that radiates down the leg to the ankle and foot?
This type of radiating pain isn't typically a primary symptom of rheumatoid arthritis itself. RA usually causes symmetrical joint pain and swelling, most commonly starting in the small joints of the hands and feet.
However, the pain Show Full Answer
What could be causing buttock pain that radiates down the leg to the ankle and foot?
This type of radiating pain isn't typically a primary symptom of rheumatoid arthritis itself. RA usually causes symmetrical joint pain and swelling, most commonly starting in the small joints of the hands and feet.
However, the pain pattern you're describing could be related to peripheral neuropathy, which can occur alongside RA. Peripheral neuropathy often starts with numbness and pins-and-needles sensations in the fingers or toes, then spreads into the hands and feet. It can cause sharp, throbbing, burning, or shooting pain.
A myRAteam member shared: "My neuropathy started in my feet, then went up to my knees and up from my fingers to my elbows." Another noted experiencing "awful nerve pain" despite numbness.
It's important to discuss this symptom with your rheumatologist, as radiating pain down the leg could have various causes that need proper evaluation. They may recommend imaging tests or refer you to a specialist to determine the exact source of your pain and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
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