Exercise your stomach muscles
Many people question how this assists in relieving Sciatica. In fact, it can. A number of movements can assist so that your Sciatic nerve will not continue to cause distress and discomfort. Contrary to popular opinion, simply walking relieves conditions such as a numb leg or foot is not ideal. Crunches are in fact a great exercise you can perform to stretch yourself and relieve Sciatica nerve discomfort. In addition, crunches will also work your abdominal muscles so it is important to proceed at your own pace and not strain yourself. After exercising and stretching you may feel a slight tingling or soreness for a few days, however, that is very normal. If, however, you believe that the discomfort is worsening you should stop doing the crunches. It is important to have a positive outlook to relieve pain caused by a Sciatic nerve condition.
The hip flexor exercise
Do you have an ache in your lower back? It could be a problem with your Sciatic nerve. One way to relieve pressure in your Sciatic nerve is to stretch your Hip Flexor. If you sit on the floor with your feet apart, and reach towards your feet while doing so, you can relieve pressure in your lower back. Remember to not force the stretch, as this can do more harm then good. Another good exercise for your lower back is to stand up straight with your legs apart and reach toward the ground. Remember that it is more important to stretch, and not over exert yourself.
Stretching your Piriformis muscles
This is also another excellent exercise that you may try when you are hurting with Sciatic nerve pain. One of the muscles involved in this is Piriformis. To perform this exercise you will need to sit in a chair, assuming a straight posture without slouching. You must try and bear the pain if sitting this way makes your backache. It is necessary to do this exercise correctly for it to be effective in giving you relief from pain. When you are seated in the chair as instructed, you must stretch out your legs in front of you as far as possible, with your feet lifted above the ground. Hold this position for 10 seconds. Now you are ready for the next part. Pick up one of your legs and bring it over the other one, crossing it over the other. When you have done this, keep this position and lean forward. If you hear your back pop, you may ignore it as long as it is not too painful. In fact, it might actually help you. Hold this position for a few minutes. Now, holding on to the legs of the chair, allow your body to come back to the upright position and sit up as straight as possible. Hold this position for as long as you are able to. This completes the exercise. Your Piriformis muscles would have been stretched and you would feel all the better for it.
By doing these sciatic nerve exercises every day for a few minutes, you should be well on your way to reduce your pain in no time.
