Sciatica exercises

Sciatica could be real painful especially if it is a herniated disc low lumbar problem. Pain could make any patient very uncomfortable since it radiates from the lower spine down to the thighs and to your feet. This is practically caused by compression or irritation of one or more nerves. Sciatica pain can travel down through the sciatic nerve branches usually in your lower extremity through the back of the leg. Exercise and physical movements done regularly helps exchange nutrients and fluids within the discs in order to keep them healthy. Usually sciatica exercises are focus on strengthening the back and abdominal muscles with every intention to provide more support for the back.

Recommended exercises for specific conditions must be done regularly at least twice a day. Stretching is beneficial for overall back health and prevention of back problems. Sciatica exercises for degenerative disc disease or herniated disc should be more on dynamic lumbar stabilization program. One key is to find the most comfortable position for the lumbar spine and pelvis. This will help reduce the excess motion at spinal segments which in turn reduces the amount of irritation, relieves pain and protects the area from further damage.

A good exercise will be to lie on your back. Bent your knees and place your arms at your side. Slowly raise your legs alternately about 3 to 4 inches from the floor. Do 2 to 3 repetition for 30 seconds on 30 second breaks in between repetition. Do this exercise correctly to be effective.