Sciatica is a term commonly described as back pain that runs down the leg. This can be a result of compression or inflammation of a nerve.
Common causes of sciatica include a disc bulge, stress on weak muscles and can severely affect your function.
Who is most at risk of developing Sciatica?
- Those between 35-60
- History of smoking
- Obesity
- Lack of exercise
Treating Sciatica can be quiet simple and can respond to physiotherapy rapidly. Through mobility exercises, gradual movement and activity and education you can get ontop of your Sciatica within a week.
If you have experienced Sciatica in the past, you might want to master the following exercises to prevent it happening again:
- Deadlift – Traditionally seen as a dangerous exercise recent studies show that executing a deadlift properly has the ability to protect your back from further damage.
- Plank – Great core exercise that takes the pressure off your back preventing too much pressure on your spine and sciatic nerve.
- Hip thrust – Strong hips protect and nurture a previously weak back.