
21/08/2025
SIMPLE STRETCHES TO HELP SCIATICA. 🙌
It's great that you're interested in how stretching can help with sciatica! As mentioned before, it's really important to get a professional diagnosis and guidance from a healthcare provider like an osteopath before starting any new stretches, as the best stretches depend on the specific cause of your sciatica.
These general stretches include:
Hamstring Stretch: To help lengthen tight hamstrings, which can contribute to sciatic nerve tension.
Piriformis Stretch (Figure-Four): To target the piriformis muscle, which can sometimes compress the sciatic nerve.
Knee-to-Chest Stretch: To gently decompress the lower spine and improve flexibility.
Remember to perform any stretches gently, slowly, and stop if you feel any increased pain. Your osteopath can provide a personalized stretching program tailored to your specific needs and condition.
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