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A member asked:
Is spinning at the gym bad for sciatica calf problems?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Possible: Spinning is high energy. It can cause sciatica by lower back issue or pressing of the piriformis tendon on the sciatic nerve.
Answered 6/5/2013
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as usual, it depends: If spinning doesn't worsen your made, you can continue with it.
Answered 10/19/2013
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Hard to Say: Spinning places you on a stationary bike in a flexed position for your spine. That can be irritating if the sciatica is due to a herniated disc since that can cause it to push more on the nerves. So only way to know if try it out or get more advice from your doctor or a spine specialist that can discuss your case in particular.
Answered 11/2/2014
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