Osteopenia and back pain

[stockport1965]

My back pain started in early July. Originally started in lower right side and radiated to pelvis, now it has become all lower back and hips/pelvis hurt when i do sciatica based exercises. I now have occasional numbness in left foot/hand.

GP has performed various blood tests and urine tests. All normal. (Liver just outside of range).

Had an x ray and I have Osteopenia. Awaiting a dextra test next. (My mum had osteoporosis.)

This would not be causing any back pain would it? Could i have done something to my back that the x ray didn't show up? They seemed to just x ray lower back and right side. Could I have a pinched nerve?

Feeling very depressed over it now but continuing to do sciatica exercises as stretching does help. No pain on walking (can walk 10miles) pain on sitting or working ( I am a cleaner and have been since 2004) Any advice gladly received on what I should be asking GP next

Prescribed Naproxen for pain

[PainConcernHelpline Moderator Community Champion Pain Concern]

Hello stockport1965

Sorry to hear that you're still suffering with back pain and numbness in your hands/feet.

Back pain can have a range of causes/triggers. Please see below for links to some information leaflets that you may find useful for managing your back pain - these include tips for staying active whilst living with pain:

painconcern.org.uk/manage-y...

painconcern.org.uk/neuropat...

It would definitely be worth speaking to your GP for further investigation about your back pain, please see the following link to help you to make the most out of healthcare appointments:

painconcern.org.uk/managing...

You mentioned feeling low in mood due to your back pain. This is understandable as the body and mind are well connected. Please see the link below for information on managing your emotions whilst living with pain:

painconcern.org.uk/managing...

I hope you find this information useful.

Moderator 4, on behalf of Pain Concern.