How to Release the Pinched Nerve in the Lumbar Area (sciatica)- 2 Simple Ways to Treat the Pain

One of the most painful health conditions is the sciatica, most commonly is followed by a burning and sharp ache, sometimes numbness, therefore making even the most simple movements painful, or you feel pain while standing.

This condition occurs because the sciatic nerve has been inflamed. This nerve goes from our hips through our legs, and you will feel the pain all along the way. Mostly this nerve can become inflamed, if you spend a lot of time sitting or standing in one place.

Mostly this famous health condition is treated with painkillers and special medications, and these medications and painkillers have the ability to cause the appearance of countless side effects. They will only decrease or numb the pain that you are feeling at the moment and will not find the roots of the problem.

There are many people around the world who have found a way to naturally cure the pain from the sciatic nerve. The secret to get rid of this pain is exercising, which will soothe the irritation and inflammation of the nerve.

The most effective way to relieve from the sciatic pain is through a stretch. Stretching will not only heal the painful nerve, but will also improve your mood. You only need a flat surface to do these exercises.

With these 2 exercises that we are about to show you, you will be able to soothe the pain, accelerate the process of recovering and will relax your muscles.

First Stretch

Get a yoga mat, put it on the floor and lie down with your bend. Then as your knees are bend, place one of your legs over the thigh of the opposite leg. Then start pulling the knee towards your chest, but make sure that your back and butt are still on the ground. Hold that body posture for half a minute and then you can switch legs.

Second Stretch

Go in the same starting position, then you should place the painful knee over the good one, and then you can cross it over. When you’ve done that you can start pulling the knee towards your chest. Then hold that body posture for half a minute and you can do a few reps if you like.