|
Generally, the term sciatica refers to back and leg
pain caused by compression of one or more nerves exiting the lower spine
that make up the sciatic nerve. Back pain muscles strain is the chief
cause of lower back pain. Sciatica is a condition where the spinal disc
extends beyond its normal position and irritates the radicular nerve
(nerve root), which connects with the sciatic nerve. It causes
difficulty in the mobility of the spine. For further details, read Chiropractic
Care For Back Pain.
Many sciatica and back
pain exercises focus on strengthening the abdominal and back muscles in
order to support the back better. Sciatica exercises usually target
muscles that cause back and leg pain when they are tight and inflexible.
You can recover more quickly from a flare up of sciatica and can help
prevent future episodes of pain by having back pain remedy involving
regular program of gentle strengthening and stretching exercises.
A physical therapist or a specialist who treats the back pain and the leg
pain associated with sciatica may recommend sciatica exercises as part
of a back pain treatment program for relieving back pain. An accurate
diagnosis for the cause of sciatic pain is important, as the specific
exercises recommended will depend on the causes of lower back pain
(sciatica).
It is also important to get a diagnosis before starting any
sciatica exercises. It will help you in treating back pain because
though rare, sciatic pain can also be caused by some serious medical
conditions (such as an infection or tumor) that require prompt medical
attention.
|
