<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.I ve been having extreme pain in my lower back for aprox . 6-8 months that is gradually getting worse. It starts in my left lower back and radiates down my left leg shooting sharp pain out of my foot. I get some relief with hot showers or heating pad but not for long . Pain is constant whether sitting, walking, laying down. I can t even tie my own shoes anymore. What could possibly be wrong?  <response>: hither is a need for applying lumbar traction under a physical therapist to ease pain radiation. Wearing a lumbosacral brace during daytime and avoiding lifting weights or bending. Application of local muscle relaxant creamgel after hot fomentation may helpMethycobalamine tabs for nerve recovery MRI spine for status of disc, facet joints is necessary may consult an orthopedic surgeon for complete evaluation Best wishes 