been suffering with it for a for weeks,apart from painkillers,any more ideas? thanks x
2006-10-06 00:55:17 · 9 answers · asked by fairyb04 5 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Thanks to everyones advice so far,big help x
2006-10-06 01:49:01 · update #1
My cousin is a physical therapist, and whenever I have a problem with sciatica she usually has to "adjust" my legs and stretch me a few ways. Here's a few tips:
(1) Ask someone to check your pelvis. To do that, you'll have to put your thumbs on top of your pelvic bones -- NOT your hip bones. If they're out of alignment, figure out which one is higher than the other, have that person get a firm hold of the ankle that corresponds to the hip that's higher than the other, and give it a gentle but firm yank. He/She may need to do it a few times, but you should hear it pop and feel your back adjust. Remember, it needs to be done GENTLY but firmly so you don't get hurt.
(2) Lay flat on the floor with your arms out at your sides like Jesus on the cross. Bend one leg until the foot is even with the opposite knee, then lift that foot up and put it on the far side of your other leg. Pull or push your knee across your body until you feel a slight resistance in your gluteal (butt) area. Hold it there for 3 seconds, then push it just a little farther and hold it for 3 seconds again. Then push it a little farther one more time, but don't hold it -- let it go. Do the same for the other leg. Do each leg 2 or 3 times.
(3) Lay flat on the floor with your arms at your sides. Pull both knees up toward your chest, grab your legs with your arms, and pull your knees up until you feel a slight resistance in your lower back. Hold it for 10 seconds, then release. Repeat 10 times.
(4) Stand up straight near a high-backed chair. Raise one foot about 10-12 inches off the floor and try to hold that position for 30 seconds, using the chair for balance if you need it. Repeat 5 times, then switch.
(5) Lay flat on your back with your arms at your side. Raise one leg up off the floor with just a slight bend at the knee. Use your hands to grab behind your knee and pull toward your chest until you feel slight resistance in the back of your leg. Hold for 3 seconds, then pull a little closer and hold for 3 seconds again. Pull a little closer one more time but don't hold it -- let it go. Do the same for the other leg. Do each leg 2 or 3 times.
Good luck!
2006-10-06 01:09:37 · answer #1 · answered by sarge927 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-23 20:19:45 · answer #2 · answered by Brandy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Visit to a good Osteopath always sorts mine out, plus it helps generally. I get instant relief and am always pleased that I went it puts a spring in my step for months. I have found they also are very good for todays world, as the stress put on the neck and shoulders by modern living can really make you feel unwell. Thisa they sort out quite quickly as well.
I have found that as I am quite stocky, but fit, that I need the Practitioner to be similarly built as moving my lower back takes some doing, but if I relax enough it always works well.
Best of luck and make sure you check out where they were trained. If you find one with a proper degree BA oe BsC in Osteo these are usually better, anyway thats what i have found.
2006-10-06 01:13:53 · answer #3 · answered by terryellislondon 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hi
have you tried reflexology i have had back problems sciatica in the past and this helped me alot.look on yell.com and search for a reflexologist in yr area
hopw this helps you and that u feel much better soon
2006-10-06 01:01:31 · answer #4 · answered by blacktiger33 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes a homoeopath can surely help you and cured within short period-
we want to know few more things
!.Your sensation -ie type of pain
2.Location of pain Rt or Lt.
3.Genral aggravation&ammeloration of pain
4.Any comcomitent symptoms
2006-10-06 03:13:45 · answer #5 · answered by sunil k 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My doctor tried acupuncture it worked for a bit, give it a try better than having that awful pain. Also olbas oil rubbed in area helps it relaxes the muscle. Watch your clothes olbas oil can stain them. Good Luck.
2006-10-06 01:08:32 · answer #6 · answered by Lisa P 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
See the doctor, get some physiotherapy on the NHS, or pay for a chiropractor. Either way, SEE SOMEONE! Please? I left mine for too long - and all of a sudden, I'm a rush case for a slipped disc removal. You need an expert opinion on treatment, backs are too valuable to risk, you cannot do anything without it! Believe me, I am all too aware how this can get really bad.
2006-10-06 00:59:03 · answer #7 · answered by cuddles_gb 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ask around and find a good chiropractor...my husband avoided surgery for the condition, turned out his pelvis was out of alignment due to his work requirements/ incorrect lifting.
2006-10-06 01:05:45 · answer #8 · answered by renclrk 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I get a a painkiller called volterol, hides the pain but the damage is still there, swimming is good, a weekly visit to a physio can help too
2006-10-06 01:04:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
dont get stress on the paining parts it is continued no problem .
use painkiller for emergency only if cant tolerate the pain then u take a tablet voveran sr 100mg or naprosyn tablets dont get more stress on the paining parts
2006-10-06 03:06:57 · answer #10 · answered by santosh n 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋