Hi @melc65 - I will echo @loribmt comments about the benefits of PT. I recently finished many months of chemotherapy and additional recovery time for blood cancer treatments. I struggled to exercise regularly during these treatments due to complications after chemotherapy each time.

I was finally excited and ready to ramp up my walking and strength training routines a few months ago and was quickly sidelined by sciatica which felt like my leg was going to fall off the pain was so intense. It was difficult to stand or walk for any length of time due to the severe pain. After X-ray and other scans to ensure no other issues, my doctor referred me to PT.

I am amazed at how quickly the exercises for core and lower body strengthening have helped. I was given exercise bands to increase strength and am impressed at how well they work (compared to my light free weights that I was trying to use). Just wanted to add positive comment for the potential benefits of PT since I was initially not sure if it would help.
Wishing you a good recovery and return to an active lifestyle.