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The term "sciatica" refers to the pain that
radiates from your back into your buttock and legs. Sciatic nerve is the
longest nerve in your body. It runs from your pelvis through your
buttock and hip area and down the back of each leg. That is why a
problem with it causes back and leg pain and also lowers left back pain.
Another important thing is that it controls many of the muscles in your
lower legs and provides sensation to your thighs, legs and feet. For
more information, read Back Pain
Sciatica is not a
disorder in itself. Instead, it's a symptom of another problem involving
the nerve, such as a herniated disk. Heat and cold applications,
over-the-counter pain relievers, and exercise or physical therapy can
help ease the discomfort of sciatica and speed up the recovery process.
To exercise when you're in pain may seem counterintuitive at first, but
regular good exercises for sciatica is one of the best ways to combat
chronic lower back pain. Finding the causes of lower back pain help you
find the right exercise for treating back pain, lower back pain and leg
numbing.
If you're new to exercise for back pain, start slowly
and progress to at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. That works very
well for relieving back pain. To prevent injury, consider learning
proper weightlifting techniques from a certified physical therapist.
Good
exercises for sciatica focus on your core muscles- the muscles in your
abdomen and lower back pain muscles that are essential for proper
posture and alignment. For cardiovascular benefits, try using a
stationary bike, treadmill, elliptical trainer or cross-country ski
machine. Cycling outdoors is also recommended, but be sure that your
seat and handlebars are adjusted properly.
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