Bert van den Berg
Contributor
For many years I have been fortunate to be able to do 2-4 dives a month. Last December an old herniated disc problem resurfaced and the pain in the left leg had caused me to stop diving for fear of worsening the problem. My left buttocks and left calf are severely affected. Only sitting or lying in the fetal position offers relief.
My GP referred me to a musculoskeletal specialist (who just happens to also be a scuba diver). I asked if it was possible for me to dive and surprisingly he said yes, but to take my gear off before climbing onto the boat.
Does anyone reading this post have experience with diving with sciatica pain?
My GP referred me to a musculoskeletal specialist (who just happens to also be a scuba diver). I asked if it was possible for me to dive and surprisingly he said yes, but to take my gear off before climbing onto the boat.
Does anyone reading this post have experience with diving with sciatica pain?