
27/05/2024
Massage for Sciatic Nerve Pinching
If you experience lower back pain radiating to the buttock and leg, with sharp shooting pains further into the back, or numbness and loss of sensation in the leg, do not delay seeing a doctor. In this case, the pain is unlikely to resolve on its own, and delayed treatment can have serious consequences such as:
Development of segmental instability of the vertebrae at the site of the pathology.
Necrosis of nerve roots.
Paralysis.
Gradual atrophy of pelvic organs.
If the treatment for sciatic nerve pinching is timely and appropriate, the benefits of massage will be evident. In addition to significant pain relief and muscle tension reduction, massage will result in:
Improved lymphatic and blood circulation.
Normalisation of sciatic nerve function.
Restoration of full motor activity of the spine.
Sciatic nerve massage is the safest and most effective method of treating this condition. It effectively alleviates pain and spasms, providing the patient with much-needed relief. The sciatic nerves are the largest in the human body. They begin in the lumbar spine, pass through the buttocks, and run down the legs, branching into smaller nerves at the knees, feet, toes, and shins. Compression of the nerve endings by the vertebrae, herniation, or spasmodic piriformis muscles leads to sciatic nerve pinching and subsequent inflammation — sciatica. This causes the person unpleasant pain, complete discomfort, and sometimes loss of functionality.
A course of massage will help to relieve spasms and improve blood and lymph flow from the affected area, reducing pain and swelling. The procedure is recommended to be performed daily, but only after the acute inflammation has subsided, as a preventive treatment prolonging the remission of the disease.
Do not self-prescribe massage. Only properly prescribed treatment can yield positive results. Therefore, it is necessary to first consult a neurologist and undergo the following types of examinations:
General and biochemical blood tests.
X-ray of the spine.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT).
When contacting Luces Health, show the doctor's conclusion, and we can work with you through effective physical practices on your path to recovery. Relief in this case can come immediately after the first session in the most cases, provided that you follow the recommendations and continue the course of therapy.