Sciatica pain can be very uncomfortable and disruptive to daily life. Here are some ways to relieve sciatica:
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- Rest: If you have a flare-up of sciatica pain, it’s important to rest and avoid activities that exacerbate the pain.
- Heat or ice therapy: Applying heat or ice to the affected area can help reduce inflammation and relieve pain. Try alternating between hot and cold therapy for best results.
- Stretching: Gentle stretching can help relieve tension in the muscles that may be compressing the sciatic nerve. Some effective stretches for sciatica include knee-to-chest stretches, seated spinal twists, and hamstring stretches.
4. Chiropractic Care: Realigning the spine can help relieve muscle tension and improve circulation to the affected area, which can help reduce pain.
At Active Life Chiropractic, we strive to eliminate the root cause of sciatic nerve pain. Many times a pinched sciatic nerve can be relieved just by realigning the spine and pelvis. Sometimes the pain relief is instant and other times it is gradual. Either way, our goal is to provide a long term solution and prevent recurring sciatic nerve pain.
If you live in Charlotte and are in need of an evaluation, check out Active Life Chiropractic in Ballantyne. Our conservative treatments aim to eliminate the root cause of sciatic nerve pain and prevent future flare ups.
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