Lower back pain is very common and can be the result of a variety of causes. One of these isn’t usually the primary suspect but it occurs more often than one might think: constriction of the piriformis muscle. ...
When you suffer from sciatica symptoms, traveling can be a daunting and painful experience. But whether it is for family or work, long plane or car rides are sometimes unavoidable.
I can’t promise a pain-fre...
Sciatica is a medical term referring to symptoms of leg pain, tingling, numbness or weakness that starts in the lower back and travels down along the sciatic nerve. For many people, it is a short-term illness, ...
If you live anywhere there is winter, you know that the cold can feel like it is seeping into your bones. Do cold temperatures really make your sciatica worse? Most people with sciatica say firmly that winter m...
Driving can wreak havoc on people who suffer from sciatica and piriformis syndrome. Unfortunately, car seats are not ergonomically designed for people who live free of pain and for those who experience sciatic ...
Sciatica is often described as a severe pain starting from the lower back and radiating into the thigh and lower leg. The painful sensation typically traces the sciatic nerve, which arises from the lower part o...
Chronic sciatica can be a frustrating condition to cure. It’s common for people to try multiple types of treatment – often spending a lot of money in the process – without noticeable results.
But here’s the ...
Sciatica and lower back pain are caused by an irritation or compression of the lower back nerve. It is a very common issue nowadays, and studies even suggest that 5 to 10% of Americans suffer from it.
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Generally, those who suffer from sciatica can find some measure of relief in stretching, frequently changing positions, and exercise. Many, however, turn to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) for sci...