“What helps with sciatica?”

The best thing to do to relieve sciatica to relieve the pressure of the nerve in the first place. The pressure on that nerve sciatic nerve is either coming from the low back at Levels, L5 S 1. Or the piriformis muscle being tight and pressing on the sciatic nerve as its passing through the pelvis area. Depending on the source of the problem, there are two different approaches. If the problem is lumbar area, then you may need to lie on your stomach and prop up on Elbows . If its coming from a tight muscle, the piriformis muscle then you would lie on your back and do a figure four stretch, Both approaches will be slightly painful while performing the move, but relieving when you are done with the move. There should never be pain after completing the move, if you have pain after completing the move then these approaches are not advisable. This platform of question answer can only serve as a guide and should never take the place of seeing a physical therapist.

Chiropractic! We work with sciatica every day. Sciatica and headaches are our "bread and butter". Just call your local chiro and ask him/her how effective they are with whatever you want fixed. Dr. Schoon

There are several options that help with sciatica and it will depend on what you respond best to. You can try adjustments, muscle work, stretching and acupuncture. I have seen all of these options help solve my patient's sciatica problems. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinic (760) 285-3824 My working hours may not be your working hours. Please do not feel obligated to reply outside of your normal work schedule. [cid:6251c416-7f12-4b07-8346-577607003b5c]

Stretching and physical therapy as well as ice/heat and physical therapy can all be helpful

We treat a lot of clients with sciatica successfully with chiropractic adjustments.