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Sciatica Pain Relief in Houston Area
Sciatica is a term used to describe a set of symptoms that occur when the sciatic nerve is irritated or inflamed. The sciatic nerve, which starts in the lower back and travels through the buttocks and down the legs to the feet, is the longest single nerve in the human body. Depending on the location of the injury, sciatica pain can range from mild annoyances to severe, debilitating pain. Shooting pains down the legs, cramping in the legs or lower back, and tingling or burning sensations are all common pain symptoms of sciatica.
Documentation of sciatica dates back to ancient Greek and Roman times but it wasn’t until the mid-18th century that the distinction between leg pain due to nerve damage and leg pain due to joint injury was made. Many important pain relief advances have been made since its initial discovery and most cases of sciatica can be resolved within just a few weeks of treatment. Specially trained back care consultants at Relax The Back in the Houston area can provide further recommendations and sciatica pain relief advice specific to your lifestyle and back comfort needs. Visit one of our conveniently located stores to get started on your sciatica pain management.
Here are some tips on how to relieve sciatica pain:
Many people find relief from sciatica when lying down or walking and then the pain returns when sitting for long periods of time. If you have to sit for your job or drive for extended periods of time, try using a support cushion under your knees so your knees are above your hips when seated. This will help relieve sciatica pain. An ergonomic chair and/or a footrest at your workstation will also help relieve sciatica pain when at work.
Cold packs applied to the entire area of the lower back, hips and buttocks, will also provide relief from sciatica.
Stay active. Without exercise and movement, the back muscles and spinal structures can become deconditioned and unable to support the back. Regular exercise with particular focus on core strength will aid sciatica pain management and prevent flare-ups in the future. There are also a number of sciatica pain relief exercises, specifically the McKenzie Method (which focuses on decompression and extension of the spine), that will strengthen your spine and help condition your body against recurrences of sciatica. In most cases, exercise is far more beneficial than excessive bed rest for sciatica pain relief. Speaking to one of our knowledgeable staff members at any local Relax The Back in the Houston area will get you on the right track on how to best employ the McKenzie Method and how specific lumbar support products can help you better manage your sciatica.
Relax The Back in Houston carries a wide range of exercise, lumbar and back support products ideal for sciatica pain management. Our big selection of support cushions, ergonomic chars, cold therapy packs, exercise supports and DVDs, and Tempur-Pedic mattresses will set you on the road to living pain free.
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