31/01/2024
SCIATICA: WHY EXERCISE THERAPY?
Exercise helps relieve sciatica by strengthening muscles, improving flexibility, and promoting proper alignment. It may also reduce inflammation and pressure on the sciatic nerve, easing symptoms.
Some of these exercises include the following;
Effective exercises for sciatica often include:
1. Pelvic Tilts: Lie on your back, bend your knees, and gently rock your pelvis back and forth.
2. Knee-to-Chest Stretch:Bring one knee towards your chest, holding for 20-30 seconds, then switch legs
3. Cat-Cow Stretch:On your hands and knees, arch your back upward (cat) and then downward (cow).
4. Child's Pose:Kneel on the floor, sit back on your heels, and reach forward, stretching your arms.
5. Piriformis Stretch:Cross one leg over the other, gently pulling the knee towards the opposite shoulder.
6. Hamstring Stretches:Sit or stand and stretch one leg forward, keeping it straight and gently reaching towards your toes.
Always start slowly and listen to your body. If you have severe or persistent symptoms, consult a healthcare professional before beginning any exercise regimen.
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