09/06/2021
It has been proven that 80% of Americans experience back pain or sciatica at one point or another in their lives, so here is a little sciatic nerve knowledge to fuel your Monday! 🧠💡
Fact #01 - Not ALL leg pain is considered sciatica. If you are feeling pain from the glutes/piriformis radiating down the back of your leg, it could be piriformis syndrome. But, if you are experiencing pain starting in the upper part of the hamstring and down, it could be hamstring syndrome. A true sciatic symptom starts at the middle glute region and runs down the back of the leg, commonly past the knee and down through the calf.
Myth #02 - If you are experiencing sciatica, you should stay in bed and rest.
Fact #02 - Stretching, walking and avoiding excessive rest will help relieve your symptoms. I once had a really bad bout with sciatic pain and my chiropractor told me “put miles in and walk it out.” Doesn’t necessarily mean it will cure it completely, but gentle movement will reduce pain.
Myth #03 - There is no way to prevent sciatica.
Fact #03 - Not every case of sciatica can be prevented, but staying active, getting regular bodywork, stretching daily, using proper form during activities and strengthening your core and back muscles can go a long way…so massage and Pilates are the answer to solving your sciatica problems! 😉
Do you experience sciatica problems? If so, comment below and I can dm you more info and stretches to do in order to relieve that spicy pain. 👇🏼
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