If you struggle with chronic sciatic pain, then you know how debilitating and painful this condition can be.  Chronic sciatica can undermine every aspect of your life, as it literally impairs your ability to function on a day-to-day level.  Fortunately there are a variety of natural treatment options for sciatica that can be very effective in alleviating pain and healing the root cause of this common issue.

There are a variety of stretches for sciatica that should really help to greatly reduce the inflammation and pain of the sciatic nerve.  I want to share with you one stretch that I teach my patients that is particularly useful during an acute flare up of sciatic pain.  This is one of the only stretches I would recommend if the pain is active; there are many that can help as a form of prevention.

This stretch is very simple but can be very powerful in offering immediate relief for sciatic pain.  First, lay on your back.  Then, take an inhale and slowly draw your knees into your chest.  Either grab with each hand right below the knee joint or wrap your arms around your knees – depending on your flexibility.  Now, using the power of your arms, gently pull your knees in toward your chest, and keep your tailbone anchored on the ground.  Breath deeply into the lower back as you do this.  Hold it for 10 counts.  Then release very slowly bringing your feet to the ground with bent knees.  Repeat 2-3 cycles if necessary.

This simple exercise can be a miracle for reducing acute sciatic pain.  My advice is to use simple exercises such as this on a daily basis, even when you are not in pain.

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Kevin Doherty, L.Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist with an extensive background in treating sciatica and other kinds of chronic pain using all-natural treatment options.

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