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Sciatica exercise

For most patients with Sciatica, exercise can help alleviate the pain. It can also help strengthen the lower back to prevent problems in the future. Talk to you doctor to see if exercise is right for you and what types of exercise would be best for you particular set of symptoms.

Since there are many causes for Sciatica exercise is not right for everyone. Sciatica caused by trauma, fractures or other type of injury may require a healing time or other treatment before beginning to exercise.

What types of exercise are used to treat Sciatica.

Most programs include stretching to increase mobility.

Many doctors recommend warm water exercise. This type of exercise helps strengthen all the lower back muscles with out a lot of impact. This type if exercise might be the best for Sciatica caused by trauma.

Many doctors recommend weight lifting or strength building exercises at home.

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