What are Sciatica Exercises?
Exercises specifically prescribed for sciatic nerve pain are typically a combination of stretches and targeted physical activities designed to strengthen the postural muscles, increase flexibility and broaden the range of motion in the lumbar spine and legs. These exercises are one of the first lines of defense against sciatica symptoms and are usually recommended as part of the initial conservative treatment plan. Exercise therapy, also known as physical therapy, is an important part of rehabilitating injuries and recovering from surgery. However, it has not proven itself to be very useful in dealing with chronic sciatica pain. This is no surprise, since sciatica often scoffs at the traditional medical approach to care and continues unchecked by medical treatment for many years on end.
