Suitable exercises for syatica sufferer??

Question

I suffer with syatica, i am going on holiday in a few months and really want to get into shape. I really want to concentrate on my tummy as due to my bad back i still - after 5 years - have some weight left from carrying my large son lol. I cannot do full sit ups - unless i want to remain on the floor for the rest of the day that is lol. I really wish i'd paid attention in gym class lol.
Any other excersises would be grately received also as i've got my eye on this lovely bikini lol. Thanks in advance xx

Answer 1

http://www.spine-health.com/topics/conserv/sciaex/sciaex01.html

Answer 2

There are a number of practical strategies that can be used to help your sciatica.

1. Obtain a Clear Diagnosis
Because sciatica is really a group of conditions each with a slightly different treatment, knowing the true cause of your sciatica is the first step in managing it effectively.

2. Use a Combination of Measures to Manage Your Sciatica
The most successful treatments are usually a blend of different therapies including externally applied and oral pain relievers, abdominal and lower back muscle strengthening exercises, stress reduction, hydrotherapy, weight loss, improved posture and seating, acupuncture, physiotherapy and improved ergonomics at work and home.

3. Use Externally Applied as Well as Oral Medications
Many external preparations have excellent warming and muscle relaxing properties and often work well in combination with pain relieving tablets. There is also potential to reduce medication side effects such as drowsiness by lowering the dosage of pain relieving tablets.

4. Strengthen Supporting Muscles
Both the lower back muscles and the abdominal muscles give crucial support for the spine and sciatic nerve. Most sciatica patients can safely strengthen these muscle groups using appropriate exercises. Check with your practitioner for strengthening exercises suitable for you.

5. Weight Loss
Being obese or overweight is often a worsening factor for sciatica, and even modest weight reduction can help reduce symptoms.

6. Think Posture
Good posture is regularly a victim of modern day living. Sitting or standing with correct posture allows you to be more balanced, and, surprisingly more relaxed. The occasional “posture reminder” may be all that is required for better sciatica control.

7. Good Seating
Firm, supportive and comfortable seating which promotes good posture is a great step towards improved sciatica. The same is true for bedding. Avoid prolonged sitting by getting up for a brief stretch every 30 minutes.

8. Stress Reduction
Meditation, relaxation massage or simply unwinding with some good music can be very helpful in reducing tense back muscles. Set up a regular relaxation programme if possible. If your back muscles are overly tense, you will unlikely be aware of it.

9. Improved Ergonomics at Home or Work
Sciatica thrives where there is repetitive lifting, prolonged sitting, turning and lifting, excessive bending and increased stress in the home or workplace. Consider changes and improvements that reduce sciatica risks. Often very simple changes can produce major benefits, or prevent someone from becoming a sciatica sufferer.

10. Consider Additional Therapies
There are many therapeutic options such as hydrotherapy, balneotherapy (bath therapy), acupuncture, therapeutic massage, pain management clinics, TENS (Trans Electrode Nerve Stimulation), biofeed back, hypnotherapy and physiotherapy. Each has something in its own right to offer the sciatica patient, and used as part of the overall sciatica management plan, may provide great benefit.

Answer 3

I to suffer with my back and have had surgery and will require further surgery in the future
Go to any lesson that you will enjoy tell the instructor about your problems and work to you own level, slowly your fitness will improve you may need to take alot of pain killers
I exercise 3-5 times per week but at my own level
I haven't lost much weight but feel healthier and have toned

Answer 4

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Answer 5

suitable exercises syatica sufferer

Answer 6

got to go with swimming it loss ens your muscles an you don't even feel it it work wonders on my back an my tummy looking trim as well l can fit into a nice bikini now , you have plenty off time seen your not going for a couple off months good luck an get swimming..

Answer 7

People have given you very good advice, little to add to the sound advice given.

Just add some stretching exercises to whatever you choose to do. Concentrate on stretching you lower back, tummy and the muscles in the back of your knees! (they are very important for a proper back health!!!). So leg stretching exercises should be a plus to consider. Easy to do too.

Answer 8

Hey there,
Sciatica is a pain that results from irritation of one of sciatic nerves. This is a lower back pain that goes down to hip and then to both legs extending to feet and toes in some cases. Sciatica nerve is the largest nerve in our body. Running down the spine through the hip, sciatic nerve goes down to knee and ankle. Any damage or pressure on this nerve results in debilitating sciatica pain that needs thorough investigation of probable causes on the basis of symptoms to provide relief to the patient on a permanent basis.


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Regards

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Answer 10

none weight bearing exercises would be the best.
pilates is excellent for toning and strengthening your abdominal and lower back region.
yoga is brilliant for lengthening and strengthening your muscles.
and believe me swimming will tone you up like never before and is also superb cv exercise.
consult your gp first and always remember to stretch before and after exercise, especially with your condition

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