Sciatic Nerve Pain - Where's It Coming From? PLUS Stretches & Exercises for FAST Pain Relief

The three main causes of Sciatic Nerve Pain are a bulging disc, DDD (Degenerative Disc Disease)/stenosis, and piriformis syndrome. It’s important to get a proper diagnosis to know where it’s coming from because the treatment can be different depending on what is causing it. Watch more about Sciatic Nerve Pain: • Sciatic Nerve Pain Rel...
In this video, I will talk about the different symptoms for each cause of Sciatic Nerve Pain, and show a stretch and exercise to help for each one.
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Sciatic Nerve Pain - Where's it coming from? PLUS Stretches & Exercises for FAST Pain Relief:
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• Sciatic Nerve Pain - W...
00:00 - Sciatic Nerve Pain - Where’s it Coming From?
00:20 - Bulging Disc Symptoms
01:34 - Prone Props
02:27 - Bridges
03:53 - Stenosis/DDD Symptoms
05:16 - Prayer Stretch/Child’s Pose
06:21 - Pelvic Tilt
07:35 - Piriformis Syndrome Symptoms
08:31 - Seated Figure 4 Stretch
09:54 - Clamshells
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[@helpfulnatural]

Thank you Dr. Jo! 💖

[@pamelacolston6657]

I have been diagnosed with all, so I’ll have to do all exercises!!

[@marykoch1666]

I had two ruptures in my cervical spine and had surgery almost 3 yrs ago. Also have a severe stenosis. Its all down my right side. Been through 2 rounds of physical therapy and not much help. Had a bone density scan last week. My first one. Thank you for these exercisers. My husband bought me a vintage massage table i do them on.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. I hope they help.

[@nadinerheaume8046]

Hi Dr. Jo, thanks for the explanation of all these symptoms. I bought a new mattress (memory foam) two months ago thinking I would improve my sleep, I have sleep apnea and also added the adjustable base. As nights went by I started having numbness in my buttocks in the morning and started having numbness in both legs on and off! I finally changed the mattress, but I think I really put pressure on my lower spine / buttocks for the two months I was using this mattress. I went for an mri and I do have buldging disc L3-L4 / L4-L5 and small herniated disc L3-L4 plus light central stenosis L4-L5 and probably DDD also. My pain got worst and I couldn’t sit anymore. My Osteopath help me relieve the piriformis and SI that was also causing pain. The problem is I don’t know what is causing my numbness in both legs and buttocks. Very hard to find the source when you have all of it at the same time. You think the mattress could have been the cause of this situation!? Since I already have a bad spine, I guess this didn’t help!!! I will I be able to reverse it 😮

[@heatheralbury2389]

Your videos truly help, i appreciate you and look forward to all your knowledge and techniques ❤

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks!

[@suegilchrist2637]

Dr Jo you are so helpful- thank you for all the videos. Wish you lived in the UK! I’ve got lots of people I’ve shared your video with who are in my support group . They gave MSK conditions and arthritis.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. I'm glad they have helped!

[@hokutomaster89]

Thank you doctor jo! Helpful to all who suffer from back pain and disc problems, myself included. Stenosis is a new term to me, been dealing with this off and on for a decade now, just had second mri which showed bulged and extruding discs l4-5, l5-s1 with annular fissure and stenosis. Not quite sure what it all means yet but it does hurt!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome! I hope you are able to get some relief soon!

[@BlueArcStreaming]

I've had leg pain down back of right leg for a year or so, especially behind knee, and tightening where it becomes hard to walk down stairs as it stiffens up - And terrible throbbing pain that keeps me awake at night. Now the knee of my left leg is painful, in front - so I'm becoming more alarmed. I suspect a large amount of driving a small car as a tall, long person started these issues, combined with walking a lot in the city with perhaps not ideal shoes. I will try these exercises as I just started reading about how leg pain can really be about the spine - Sidenote, I was working out a lot, mostly weightlifting with squats and other full body routines, regularly for years but then the Covid era stopped it all, I've yet to get back to exercising. By the way I am a Gen X age person

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[@AskDoctorJo]

Thank you!

[@naamashochat4441]

Thank you so much for great videos. Looking for foot drop exercises (caused by herniated disc) would love your input🙏

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. I have several videos for a herniated disc as well as core strengthening videos. You can find all my videos on my channel: kzbin.info, and you can use the search tool (the magnifying glass) under the banner on the right side to find specific videos/topics.

[@toniacbc]

Hi doc, These were great. I have these recent diagnosis (which are hard to hear being in the medical field) aong with SI joint. I will try them. Do you have an recommendation for pillows?

[@vilkikas]

Can you make a video about Ischial Bursitis. Thank you.

[@karenbumgarner3926]

Thanks great video

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome, and thanks!

[@oliverrojas3185]

Thanks!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome, and thank you for your support!

[@kimhardin-hudson]

Hi Dr Jo, does sciatica ever make the front of the thigh feel tight or is that a different nerve? I have sciatica pain, but I also have front of the thigh pain.

[@atisuryo7726]

Tx alot

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@francesherman9083]

Does walking help the bulging disk? I do have that pain around my back down the middle of my butt, down my leg to my knee, and my feet are numb. When I walk, it seems to loosen everything up and help the pain. Sitting and being in bed are the pain activators.

[@ruthlessx117]

Can i do physiotherapy for ulnar nerve pain

[@oliverrojas3185]

Thanks

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@Meawmeawwoof]

awsome😊

[@dmytrogruzdo9216]

Дякуємо!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You’re welcome, and thank you for your support!

[@babulalmodi5783]

Thank you so much Dr Jo great vidio I love you mam

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@1fortune2010]

What to do when sciatic spasms occurs?

[@dikshasalon8067]

Thank you so much mam ❤

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@lindagraulau8268]

New subscriber as of today! I have sciatic issues. Could you please suggest a good cardio routine for those that have sciatic problems?

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks! It depends on where it's coming from, but low impact exercises are less likely to flare it up. I can add it to my list of videos to make.

[@lindagraulau8268]

THANK YOU! @@AskDoctorJo

[@hughfrancis797]

Hi Dr. JO, I just watched you top 5 pelvic floor exercise for 3yrs ago and noticed that pillow you're using. I have lots of trouble with neck pain and have tried several different types of pillows, but the one you were using looks like a problem solver. Would it be possible to provide me with some info on where I can purchase this pillow? Thanks in advance.

[@AskDoctorJo]

The one I was using in that video is called the Womfy, but it’s no longer available. I have reviewed a few other pillows including the SleepOvation pillow. You can find the review here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rF6xomunopyFh80 or you can use this link to purchase it: shrsl.com/23jww (affiliate link)

[@vasimbagban4985]

Hi Dr. Jo plz help for frozen shoulder excersice

[@AskDoctorJo]

I have several videos for it. You can find all my videos on my channel: kzbin.info, and you can use the search tool (the magnifying glass) under the banner on the right side to find specific videos/topics.

[@sofiasousapires]

Hi Dr. Jo and Bear!

[@AskDoctorJo]

Hi 🐾

[@bobbib2713]

Can you offer some sort of suggestion on getting out of a pool using a handicap ramp, and avoiding the pain of getting out of the water from what appears to a gravity or hydrostatic pressure on my joints? The pain dissipates after I get out of the pool, but the pain is excoriating trying to get out of the water. I hope this makes sense. I’m in agony when I am exiting the pool.

[@AskDoctorJo]

That is very common. It's your body trying to get use to gravity again. Maybe try going very slow (if you have time). Going just a few steps, then stopping to let your body adjust to gravity at a slower rate.

[@billmeloche4918]

In all of your stretches, how many reps and sets per day (Generally)? Thank you :)

[@AskDoctorJo]

It's different for everyone depending on what your diagnosis is, how long you've had it, and how your body reacts. The information in this video may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6CVc61te5hmb6s

[@carolyn3746]

@AskDoctorJo Ii have the sciatic pain from lower spine vertebrae degeneration.. however it affects my left hip and i have tightness (like ive walked up 1000 steps!) In the front of my left thigh. Do you have a video on loosening the front of the thigh and relieving pain please? Thankyou

[@AskDoctorJo]

I have several videos for the quads and hip flexors. You can find all my videos on my channel: kzbin.info, and you can use the search tool (the magnifying glass) under the banner on the right side to find specific videos/topics.

[@carolyn3746]

@@AskDoctorJo thank you so much! Carolyn from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺

[@AskDoctorJo]

@@carolyn3746 You're welcome.

[@Aya-cl8zm]

Dr i'm 15 yo but i have osgood shlater 😢😢what can I do?

[@rajubhandari7978]

Dr I'm suffering now pariform syndrome... Really want to know form india..

[@AskDoctorJo]

You can find all my videos on my channel: kzbin.info, and you can use the search tool (the magnifying glass) under the banner on the right side to find specific videos/topics.

[@user-ww9my1vy6o]

What can I do for hands with nerves damage

[@AskDoctorJo]

You can find all my videos on my channel: kzbin.info, and you can use the search tool (the magnifying glass) under the banner on the right side to find specific videos/topics.

[@adnanrasheed6785]

Hello .... I'm ur big fan I watch ur all vedio and get more..... I have both knee pain I'm Blake belt karaty player bt now I'm in trouble plzzz help me left knee lagaments problem and right knee lot pain plzzz help tel me effective excercise.... Rep plzzzz

[@AskDoctorJo]

I have several video for the knee. You can find all my videos on my channel: kzbin.info, and you can use the search tool (the magnifying glass) under the banner on the right side to find specific videos/topics.

[@Andrea11240]

Yes, sitting on the toilet bowl for a long time. That's the culprit!

[@UNIQUE_GAMINGG]

I swear this is true. Happened to me 3 days ago. Did you follow these exercises? Did you help any relief from the pain?

[@JokeswithMitochondria]

But the real question is, did you really eat tacos in Mexico

[@AskDoctorJo]

I did! 😎

[@JokeswithMitochondria]

@@AskDoctorJo but seriously doc I have had pain in my wrist for 6 years (I’m 25). The pain only occurs when I press my hand against something. I stumbled upon your tendinitis video and I was like Hol up. This could be my problem. So I ordered a splint, a tennis ball and rubber bands. Now I’m gonna do the exercises you demonstrated for the next few months and let’s see what happens! If it gets better I’ll send you a plushie and chocolates.

[@AskDoctorJo]

I hope they help 😎