My doctor diagnose it, and I got pain and inflammation meds, but I want to get rid of the problem, not the symptoms.
2007-03-24 19:47:46 · 4 answers · asked by new_to_tango 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
lay on your back, pull one knee to chest {other leg straight on floor or bed} and stretch bent leg across body. Do 10 times..repeat with other leg. lay on back..knees bent, feet flat, swing both knees side to side holding upper body straight. Both of these exercises stretch the sciatic nerve. It helps me, hope it helps you..
2007-03-24 20:00:27 · answer #1 · answered by jst4pat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can suggest you see an osteopath but make sure it is one who also believes in deep tissue massage and not just manipulations. Ask for excercises that allow you do stretches and work out on a fit ball. Core muscles need be stabilised and pelvis need to be in alignment. Hydrotherapy also helps as well as acupuncture
Surgery does not always solve the problem and will create more issues with scar tissue formation. I have done everything to help my lower back pain following back surgery 17 years ago. To date best options as outlined in first paragraph. Surgery only as last measure.
You need to get professional advice re exercises because every condition is different.
Good luck as sciatica is like a nagging tooth that won't go away.
2007-03-24 20:03:43 · answer #2 · answered by wooble1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once the pain of sciatica passes, there are exercises, stretches and other measures that may prevent it from returning. A physical therapist can develop a complete, personalized program. Here are some steps you can take in the meantime:
Practice good posture. Stand up straight with your ears aligned with your shoulders, your shoulders aligned with your hips and your buttocks tucked in. Your knees should be bent slightly.
Do abdominal crunches. These exercises strengthen the abdominal muscles that help to support your lower back. Lie with your back on the floor, hands behind your head and knees bent. Press your lower back to the floor, lift your shoulders up about 10 inches off the floor, then lower them. Repeat 10 to 20 times, once a day.
Walk/swim. Walking and swimming can help to strengthen your lower back.
Lift objects safely. Always lift from a squatting position, using your hips and legs to do the heavy work. Never bend over and lift with a straight back.
Avoid sitting or standing for extended periods. If you sit at work, take regular breaks to stand and walk around. If you must be on your feet, prop one foot on a small block or footrest, and then switch feet throughout the day.
Use proper sleeping posture. Take pressure off your back by sleeping on your side or on your back with a pillow under your knees.
Stretch. Sit in a chair and bend down toward the floor. Stop when you feel just slight discomfort, hold for 30 seconds, then release. Repeat six to eight times.
Avoid wearing high heels. Shoes with heels that are more than 1½ inches high shift your weight forward, throwing the body out of alignment.
2007-03-25 00:16:47 · answer #3 · answered by Turtle 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! I had sciatica for twenty years and tried everything. Then a new physical therapist showed me an exercises that worked like magic. I have been sciatica free for 6 years now.
Lie on your side. Bend your knees and hips a little bit. Your knees should be at an angle like the one in the middle of this X. Imagine cutting off one side of the X. The remaining side shows the angle. Okay. Now that you are on your side and your knees are bent, lift your feet up about 8 inches. Keep your feet together and lift them together. Hold them up there for 5 seconds and then put them down. Then do it 9 more times, then roll over and do it 10 times on the other side. Easy peasy.
Careful with those inflammation meds! I took them for 20 years and nobody bothered to mention to me that they can cause kidney failure if you take them that long.
2007-03-24 20:12:38 · answer #4 · answered by mojomurphy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There was a New Zealand Doctor called McKenzie and he wrote an ilustrated book on the back exercises that you need to do.
Many Physical Therapists are knowledgable about McKenzie's book and exercises.
2007-03-24 20:08:49 · answer #5 · answered by fatsausage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, being pregnant you should gain anywhere between 30 and 50 lbs.. That will result in more back pain for sure! more weight pressure on your hips and back.. Ive had three kids, and my back has never been the same since I had my kids. GOOD LUCK!!!
2016-03-13 11:57:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no medicine to treat sciatica.
We treat it within one seating also but you will have to visit us.
Surgery is next solution.
2007-03-24 23:39:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋