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When can i start stretching exercises to help my sciatica? i just started a steroid dose pack.
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Now: Gentle stretching exercises to strengthen your back are almost always appropriate.
Answered 3/7/2013
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Anytime: However, be aware that it might hurt to do the exercises. General rule should be if you continue to hurt more AFTER completing the exercises then you may want to wait until you feel abit better to start those.
Answered 7/13/2014
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