Exercise For Sciatica – It Helps!!
In the past sciatica and exercises was never seen as beneficial to each other but exercise is one of the more modern methods of treating sciatica. Exercise will most probably be a part of the treatment regime a medical professional would suggest. Exercise for sciatica includes walking and different training exercises to strengthen the core muscles around the sciatic nerve.
In a lot of cases walking helps to relief the pain that the sciatica condition causes. Walking is a low impact low aerobic exercise. It strengthens and improves flexibility in the lower back. Start by walking short distances every day. Increase the distance walked gradually up to as far as three miles per day.
Other exercises can also help to alleviate the sciatica pain. Aerobic exercises and exercises to strengthen the lower back and core muscles of the body will help a lot. The stronger your core muscles the less strain is on the spine to carry the upper body weight of a person. Another benefit of exercise is that it causes your body to release endorphins which is a natural painkiller. Not to mention the normal benefits of regular exercise.
However it is very important to carry out the right exercises in the right way for your condition. In rare cases sciatica is caused by tumours or infection which is a medical condition for which exercise won’t really help. The wrong exercise or exercises carried out in the wrong manner may even worsen the condition a person is suffering from. Therefore it is advisable to seek the expertise of a medical practitioner, chiropractor or certified athletic trainer before you start any training regime.
Regular gentle exercises are the best route to follow. Apart from strengthening the core muscles and the abdominal muscles other muscles associated with the sciatic nerve should also be strengthened and stretched. The piriformis muscle – for instance – is a muscle located on the inside of the buttocks. This muscle can put pressure on the sciatic nerve if it tightens. To stretch the piriformis lie on your back. Bend your knees to make ninety degree angles. Cross one leg over the other. Pull gently towards your chest with your hands until you feel the muscle in your buttock tighten. Hold for a minute and repeat with the legs crossed the other way. This exercise should bring immediate pain relief.
When the hamstring muscle is too tight it also can cause problems in the lower back area. It can in some cases even be the cause of sciatica pain. The hamstring is the muscle that runs down the back of the upper leg. To stretch the hamstring is also advisable.
In conclusion it is important to exercise. It is also important to see a doctor for advice on the right kind of exercise. Stretching and core strength exercise will improve your condition if done properly and regularly. Walking should be a part of your exercise regime.
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