Five exercises to relief your sciatica pain
Posted on July 15, 2009
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Like many people, I (used) to suffer from chronic sciatic nerve pain. Did you know that in India the sciatic nerve is called the “life nerve.” Indian yogis believe that stretching the sciatic nerve lengthens one’s life! Exercising the sciatic nerve is not done in yoga but there are “regular” exercises that, if properly and consistently done, can help relieve this condition. The five exercises shown below should be done daily for best results. As with any medical advice, you should check in with your doctor first. He or she will be a good resource for instruction on proper movement during these exercises. Online videos are also a good resource for learning how to do these exercises correctly.
Yoga is an ancient tradition that brings modern benefits in both body fitness and mental well being. Yoga’s simple moves bring the body and mind together in increased health. Positions such as foot on the block, torso twist, and shoulder stand can help reduce sciatic nerve pain.
An important exercise for people who have the Sciatica nerve problem is stretching. This can be done in different ways, as described in the following: While you are standing, bend your body back as much as possible. This exercise has proven to be effective for curing sciatica nerve pain. Another exercise is to hold your lower back with both hands and lift your head up looking at the ceiling. Stay still for about ten seconds and then relax your body. You can also lie on the floor on your stomach and slowly raise the top part of your body until you form a perfect arch. Stay still for a few seconds and then relax again.
For sciatica related pain which is sub acute or chronic, you can do curl downs, an exercise which is equivalent to sit ups. While doing the up and down movement just keep your hands crossed on your chest and your spine very straight without bending your knees.
As you are lying on your back, raise your upper body and then inhale with a deep breath. As long as you are able, remain in this position. As you go back to your original position, exhale slowly and this will help to relieve your pain from your Sciatica pain.
This exercise is the best way to relieve any pain that you’re having in your legs or back. Start by resting on your stomach. Raise one leg and back the calf back toward your upper leg, and hold your leg at that point for ten seconds, then repeat the exercise with your other leg.
To get the greatest possible amount of pain relief, perform these sciatica exercises no less than twice a day. Do them once during the morning and once more during the evening, and you will find that you’re not as bothered by sciatica as you were previously. You can perform these exercises whenever it is convenient and you have enough space.
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