Surely there must be something that helps..cannot even lay on back without my knee jumping to my chest at will..it's killing me

I'm very sorry to hear about this.

I haven't kept up with your previous posts on this subject, but have you tried things like magnesium? Have you eliminated all sugar, caffeine, Aspartame (NutraSweet)?

Perhaps muscle relaxants like Kava?

I know you need to find a solution.

katson i heard sciatica is kidney related/congestion. maybe try drinking more fluids, take some kidney herbs dandelion, nettle...

Taking more magnesium is imo a good idea. So is cat's claw, dandelion, licorice root, ginger, turmeric, and chamomile. The other day you said you felt better drinking more water. You might also want to try taking a few tablespoons a day of extra virgin coconut oil. Are you taking molybdenum? If not, then perhaps you should be. Are you taking B vitamins(half a B50 3 times a day might help).Some people get some relief from detox teas. The Triple Leaf Detox Tea is pretty good.

Of the things I mentioned, I am most impressed with the effects of licorice root and extra virgin coconut oil. They are very anti inflammatory, and also help combat candida. Imo licorice root tea also tastes delicious!

http://www.herbwisdom.com/herb-licorice-root.html

Kathy, I'm sorry you are hurting so bad. Not sure if you ever answered the question I asked you about why you're in a wheelchair. Can you stretch out or get physical therapy - even from a family member or friend?

I was just wondering about my own heightened pain lately. My inflammation is through the roof right now, I think, cause I've ignored my sensitivities and have had wheat (and white flour to boot) and other junk. My son-in-law is here and made crepes this morning so I couldn't turn them down... (He would've been hurt). Its just a bad time of year, too, for that kind of stuff.

I'm going to apply some of what you've said for Kathy. Kathy - I hope you feel better....