04/10/2026
Sitting may feel like a comfortable position, but for those with sciatica, it can make the pain worse. Here's why:
When you sit, your hips flex, and your pelvis rotates backward, increasing pressure on your lower spine. This reduces the space where the sciatic nerve exits, leading to more irritation. Additionally, the hamstrings and glutes stay shortened, causing more tension along the nerve pathway. Instead of easing up, the nerve becomes compressed, and symptoms can radiate down the leg.
If you're experiencing pain that shoots past the knee, causes numbness or weakness, or keeps worsening, it's important to get it checked. Standing and walking often help relieve the pressure.
Don't let sciatica control your life—take action and seek the right treatment today!