Expert: Dr. Brendon J. O`Brien, D.C. - 3/26/2007

Question
Hi,
Thanx in advance for reading this:
So today, I was on my walking to work and I felt this sharp pain/electricity type feeling in my left buttock-mid to upper left hand region. Its been bothering me all day-not terrible pain but uncomfortable.
Of note, Ive had a cramp or charlie horse in my left calve for about two weeks that has just recently gone away. It was there for an unusually long period of time and just didnt "feel" right. Not sure if there is any relation but thought I would mention it none the less.
I am a 32 yr. old male in decent physical shape.
Lower back/buttock pain TERRIFIES me.
Now of course my whole back is starting to hurt-but im almost 100% sure its me overreacting to this little pain in my buttock.
Any idea on what this could be?
Thanx so much.
Avi

Answer
Hello Avi,

  You may want to see a doctor of chiropractic.  They specialize in the biomechanics of the spine and all joints of the body, also in the musculoskeletal system.  A doctor of chiropractic will be able to determine if the pain is muscular, joint, ligament, or disc related, then will be able to corretly treat your condition.

Have a great day,
Dr. Brendon O'Brien D.C.