hi! is sciatica treatable?

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Answer 1

Generally, yes: "Sciatica" is a layman's term describing pain in the pelvis or low back that radiates down the back of the thigh, below the knee and usually into the foot. Medically, it is called a lumbar radiculopathy, though other conditions can mimic the symptoms. In most cases, the causes are treatable and in many cases, completely treatable. Treatable dose not mean"cure" however, and it is quite common.

Answer 2

See a pain doc: Each person needs to be evaluated on an individual basis. There can be several reasons for "sciatica" or pain down the leg. Lumbar disc inflammation with or without nerve impingment, facet joint irritation, sacroiliac joint irritation, piriformis syndrome. A thorough physical exam and diagnostic studies will help determine what exercise will be best depending on your diagnosis.

Answer 3

Called McKenzie ones: This depends on what positions aggravate or minimize pain-find neutral or pain free postures. This can be evaluated by a physical therapist. You should avoid any rowing/ twisting/bending repetitions. Cardiovascular exercise is fine but you may need to cross train based on symptoms. Core workouts such as yoga & pilates may help. Definitely no free weights in terms of dead lifts or squats.

Answer 4

Core Exercises: Typically core strengthening exercises are the best to help relieve pressure and forces in the spine. I would try and google some or look them up on youtube to see descriptions. If you can do them yourself, wonderful otherwise ask your doctor to get a referral to a good physical therapist for further assistance.

Answer 5

"Superman!": As one who has a bulging disc (and no surgery), back strengthening exercises are very important to help stabilize the back. I recommend the "superman" exercise: lying on your stomach, stretch your arms out like you're flying through the air like superman. For 5 seconds, raise your right arm and shoulder, and left leg and hip off the floor, then repeat on the other side. Do this 12x on each side.

Answer 6

Core Exercises: Typically core strengthening exercises are the best to help relieve pressure and forces in the spine. I would try and google some or look them up on youtube to see descriptions. If you can do them yourself, wonderful otherwise ask your doctor to get a referral to a good physical therapist for further assistance.

Answer 7

Viscious Cycle: You need to treat the pain to feel better so you can exercise. There can be several reasons for "sciatica" or pain down the leg. Lumbar disc inflammation with or without nerve impingment, facet joint irritation, sacroiliac joint irritation, piriformis syndrome. A thorough physical exam and diagnostic studies will help determine what will be best to get you feeling better based on your diagnosis.

Answer 8

Dieting: Most recent studies have shown that weight loss is not really a factor of exercise but related to the amount of calories taken in. A very extensive study was published this year looking at hunter-gathers in africa and comparing their diet and activity to a typical western sedentary person and the metabolic or caloric needs were the same. So what you put in your mouth and how much is what counts.

Answer 9

Diet & Pool Therapy: Diet is the key to losing weight. If you need I would suggest getting in touch with a good dietician to get a plan. Also pool therapy can help with exercise while keeping pressure off your spine.

Answer 10

See a pain doctor: Each person needs to be evaluated on an individual basis. There can be several reasons for "sciatica" or pain down the leg. Lumbar disc inflammation with or without nerve impingment, facet joint irritation, sacroiliac joint irritation, piriformis syndrome. A thorough physical exam and diagnostic studies will help determine what exercise will be best depending on your diagnosis.

Answer 11

Called McKenzie ones: This depends on what positions aggravate or minimize pain-find neutral or pain free postures. This can be evaluated by a physical therapist. You should avoid any rowing/ twisting/bending repetitions. Cardiovascular exercise is fine but you may need to cross train based on symptoms. Core workouts such as yoga & pilates may help. Definitely no free weights in terms of dead lifts or squats.

Answer 12

Core Exercises: Typically core strengthening exercises are the best to help relieve pressure and forces in the spine. I would try and google some or look them up on youtube to see descriptions. If you can do them yourself, wonderful otherwise ask your doctor to get a referral to a good physical therapist for further assistance.

Answer 13

Stretch: One of my favorite treatments for sciatica(as i tell all my affected patients) is as follows: lay on your bed on your tummy; and position the affected side as close to the edge of your bed as you can get. Now simply allow your leg (not you!) to slide off; this will create gentle but effective traction on the pyriformis muscle which should relieve your sciatic nerve impingement.

Answer 14

Sciatica: Apply heat, alternating with cold to the back. Hot soaks, massage. Gentle exercises. Avoid back strain and lifting . You can get medical advice from doctors who work in integrative and alternative therapy for more advice on natural therapy.

Answer 15

Natural Therapies: Typically core strengthening exercises are the best to help relieve pressure and forces in the spine. I would try and google some or look them up on youtube to see descriptions. If you can do them yourself, wonderful otherwise ask your doctor to get a referral to a good physical therapist for further assistance. Natural Therapies include Spine Injections that use non-steroidal medications.

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