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Sciatica is one of the most common causes of pain in the lower back and legs. It occurs when the sciatic nerve \u2013 the longest in the human body \u2013 becomes irritated or compressed, generating discomfort that can radiate from the lower back to the foot. If you suffer from this pain and have been recommended exercises but don’t know where to start, here are 3 simple and safe movements that can help you<\/strong> reduce discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Important:<\/strong> These exercises should be done carefully and should never cause pain. If the discomfort increases, it is advisable to consult a professional.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\uddd8 \u2642\ufe0f Exercise 1: Twisting with glute stretch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This exercise helps relieve tension in the muscles of the lower back and gluteal area, which often compress the sciatic nerve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Sit on the floor or on a mat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Cross the affected leg over the healthy leg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Hold your knee with both hands and\u00a0gently pull it toward your chest<\/strong>, while turning your torso to the opposite side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Hold this position for\u00a015 seconds<\/strong>, breathing deeply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Slowly return to the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. I repeated this exercise\u00a03 to 4 times<\/strong>, as long as it doesn’t cause discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    \ud83d\udecc Exercise 2: Hamstring stretch lying down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Ideal for releasing tension in the back of the thigh, which is usually shortened and tight in people with sciatica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Lie on your back on a comfortable surface.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Bring the affected leg toward your abdomen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Hold it\u00a0below your thigh<\/strong>, and\u00a0slowly stretch your knee<\/strong>\u00a0as far as you can without straining.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Flex again and repeat the movement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Do\u00a010 repetitions<\/strong>, and perform\u00a03 sets<\/strong>\u00a0with rest between each one.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83e\ude91 Exercise 3: Seated piriformis stretch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The piriformis muscle can press on the sciatic nerve if it is tight. This stretch seeks to relieve that pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Sit on a firm chair or a comfortable surface.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Cross the affected leg over the healthy leg (as if you were forming a “4”).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Hold the ball of your foot and\u00a0slowly lower your knee<\/strong>\u00a0toward the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Hold this position for\u00a015 seconds<\/strong>, without forcing or bouncing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. I repeated the movement\u00a03 to 4 times<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        WE RECOMMEND WATCHING THIS VIDEO FOR A BETTER UNDERSTANDING:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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