Sciatica Pain Relief - 3 Easy Steps

Sciatica affects around 40% of the people at some point in their lives. It is one of the most common orthopedic conditions that we treat in the clinic. Checkout these 3 easy steps to get rid of this pain ASAP!
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Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Posterior fascia/glute stretch
2:07 - Lumbar extension
3:14 - Nerve Flossing
Sciatica is a common condition characterized by pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the body. The sciatic nerve originates from the lower back (lumbar spine), runs through the buttock, and branches down the back of each leg to the foot. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes compressed or irritated, leading to symptoms such as:
Pain: The hallmark symptom of sciatica is pain that radiates from the lower back through the buttock and down the back of one leg. The pain can vary in intensity, ranging from mild to severe, and may be described as sharp, shooting, or burning.
Numbness and Tingling: Individuals with sciatica may experience numbness, tingling, or a pins-and-needles sensation along the path of the sciatic nerve, typically in the buttock, leg, or foot.
Muscle Weakness: Sciatica can cause weakness in the affected leg or foot, making it difficult to walk, stand, or perform daily activities.
Burning or Electric Shock Sensation: Some individuals may describe sensations of burning or electric shock-like pain along the affected leg.
Worsening Symptoms with Certain Movements: Symptoms of sciatica often worsen with specific movements or activities, such as prolonged sitting, bending forward, coughing, or sneezing.
Sciatica is commonly caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve due to various factors, including:
Herniated or bulging discs in the lumbar spine
Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)
Degenerative disc disease
Spondylolisthesis (vertebral slippage)
Piriformis syndrome (tightening or spasming of the piriformis muscle)
Trauma or injury to the spine
Treatment for sciatica aims to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve function. Conservative measures such as rest, ice therapy, pain medications, physical therapy, and epidural steroid injections are often effective in relieving symptoms. In severe or refractory cases, surgical interventions such as discectomy or laminectomy may be considered. It's essential to consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plan based on individual circumstances.

[@McMurderer]

Thank you Dr! Would be interested to see your video on Disc Flexion.

[@bobnicholls]

Great video. Love these exercises for sciatica. Do you have a video targetting coccyx pain please?

[@lionelhernandez34]

I've found that the nerve glides help relatively quick, as well as the rest mentioned here. I've had this condition for about two months now just now made it to PT last week these exercises were given to me as "homework" least very similar variations. As a very active man in good physical condition Sciatica just hit me one day, very irritating condition hoping that PT will get me back active again. Thanks for sharing

[@arturasd570]

Is it help you?

[@roufahmad5596]

Hi jacob, going through Sciatica pain pls hepl

[@tinasmith1129]

These are for people without arthritis

[@travisblake9632]

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