What NOT to do if you have Sciatica

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What NOT to do if you have Sciatica

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Күн бұрын

In this video, we’ll go over what NOT to do if you have sciatica. Avoid these common mistakes to alleviate pain and prevent further irritation.
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@jleppertx Ай бұрын

So much conflicting advice on this topic - all from "experts", "Dr.'s", professionals, etc. Why isn't there a clear answer? One says to stretch the side hurting, another says only stretch the opposite side. One says don't use ice, the other says only use heat while another says use both! WTF?!

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I feel you, it's like a never-ending debate! Just do what works best for you and your body.

@victorgold4735 Ай бұрын

She said doesn’t like to be stretched so many times and there is a video from her top 5 stretchers for sciatica 😂😂😂… They just don’t know.

@playerone2629 Ай бұрын

@@victorgold4735 if you watch the video again you can clearly hear that she is referring only when you are into the very first days of having the sciatica, later on, after you've rest a few days and walk better you could do stretchers.

@doe4638 Ай бұрын

I don’t trust any of them because none of these people actually have sciatica. I tried an exercise yesterday and the pain just multipled. I’m reporting all these videos as scams

@WestCoastUSA546 27 күн бұрын

@@victorgold4735CAN YOU READ?!😂

@jimritzojr2301 Ай бұрын

I'll be damed if this is not the best information I have seen on KZfaq about this problem. This lady makes the most sense. Thank you

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Your appreciation means the world to me. Thank you for your support!

@michaelphan1469 2 ай бұрын

Best advise. I have back problem and had 2 surgeries, Now I am having a sciatica again and I didn't know what to do , I tried a lot of different exercise to help reduce the pain for the past 3 days. Now I realized that the more I do the bending back ward and stretching the back and legs the more pain that I have. Now I learned that I should have let it be alone to heal itself. Then I watched your clip , I agree with you 100%. Everything you said on that clip is true.I wished I that I watched your clip before I watched others and did a lot bending and stretching. Thank you for your advise. I am using ice pack now to reduce the swelling. Thanks millions.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to me that my video made a positive impact on your recovery journey. Take care!

@decotayou 14 күн бұрын

@PT4Everybody just got a recent flare up and this is probably the most excruciating episode I've had yet. Couldn't even walk this Morning, painful, numbness & tingling while sitting so all I can do is lay on my stomach to get some kind of relief. What about BioFreeze? Is that ok to rub on the lower back and legs.... I work from home and the Biofreeze kinds of numbs and gives that menthol cool feeling to give a small break from the pain 😢

@TheYodellingqueen 5 күн бұрын

Sciatica attacks in the blink of eye. However, I find when I work through that pain in a respctable manner .normally.Dont bend Down wro pick up sruff to with you back vent forward.and you legs Stàighy!!! Bend thr lnees wothou.using your back. ÀVOID PICKING UP ÀT WEIRD ANGLES...HEAVY CHILD or Tiny todler means yiu bend with you top torso and that grab the cuty by his underarms and fly up and the the pls rings with Uhggh.OOO Ouch...😮😢😢😮and boom ...sciatica with excpruciating.pain from the Lower back rrunnjng down the back of legs ...You walk forward and with difficult. Some.say..put uour hands.im the small of.your back and bend backwards it feels like electric shoots down the legs and it's Very sore. WALK WALK WALK ..AND I UESE TENSOPYN E 2 AFTER EATING ..IN THE MORNING... IT'S GREAT O.T.C... Follow instruction, and DON'T BEND DOWN😅😮 IN MY HOUSE JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING IS ON TOP... wishing you SAFE PAINLESS LIFE. SCIATICA HAS NO CURE OK!!! IT NEEDS ANTI INFLAMATORY TABS AND TENSOPYN .. NEURÓFEN MAY WORK BUT STIC

@TheYodellingqueen 5 күн бұрын

Stick to TENSOPYN

@deputy3690 Ай бұрын

In my opinion your video on sciatica makes more sense than anything else I've heard or read before.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Your support means the world to me. Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts.

@martlowe913 2 ай бұрын

I had to watch this again. I got a scan yesterday and walked around the shops thinking I was doing good to keep moving but now watching again I can't walk it out unless I'm walking properly. Waking up in mornings is so painful, just rest today. Thank you again, I should of took notes. 🙏

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

I'm glad the video was useful to you! Your support means a lot, and I appreciate you taking the time to watch it again.

@nigelduckworth4419 2 ай бұрын

This is absolutely first class advice. I know this because I have had sciatic problems for many years and it flairs up from time to time and has done right now which is how I discovered your video! It is 3 days now since it started and I have been wearing heat pads over where the epicentre of the pain is which is around the piriformis, although it is going right down my left leg. Despite the temporary relief from the pads, I have been unable for 3 days to get out of bed in the morning. despite wearing the pads all night, without excruciating pain. (I have some mildish discomfort around the left hip all year round when getting out of bed.) Yesterday and today, however, by keeping moving gently, the pain has subsided as the day wore on and becomes manageable with a walking stick until of course the following morning. I also made the mistake of following NHS advice (here in the UK) to do the exercises which made things a whole lot worse. The problem I have is that at 75, I still run with my dog and cycle a lot up steep hills, neither of which are possible right now, nor is driving. Since what I have done previously has not worked, I shall follow your advice, which, in addition to the medical advice, makes sound common sense. Thank you.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words. I hope the advice helps you find relief soon.

@martlowe913 2 ай бұрын

I have exactly the same thing going on. The mornings are so painful its excruciating pain.

@dodr788 2 ай бұрын

I have the same pain and was advised to do the piriformis syndrome exercises. I have L4-L5 disc bulge. I am not sure now if that is really the way to go.

@rkgsd Ай бұрын

@@dodr788Similarly, a doctor said I had sciatica but a physical therapist recently said periformis. I'm going to request an MRI to check the discs.

@dodr788 Ай бұрын

@@rkgsd better to have MRI. I am now on my 8th session doing the piriformis exercise. There are positive changes but I still get that pain when I bend down or every morning in getting up from bed.

@beverlynaten1299 25 күн бұрын

I've been in pain almost the entire month of July and 3 days ago I just stopped stretching and today was remarkably better. I may still see the orthopedic doctor referred by my chiropractor. Thank you for this awesome video.

@PT4Everybody 25 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to me that my video could help you in any way.

@lynncook3898 Ай бұрын

Thank you! I was obsessed with stretching and using heating pad and pain chronically worse! Taking all your advice, here!

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for trusting my advice and I hope you find relief soon!

@martlowe913 2 ай бұрын

I did all the exercises I could find on you tube yesterday then put a heat pack on and went to bed. Couldn't get out of bed this morning in so much pain. Wish I had seen this clip. Thank you.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and sharing your experience! I'm glad my video could help in some way. Take care and don't forget to rest up!

@DanielSmith-bv5fq Ай бұрын

@@PT4Everybody it might sound creepy, but spread the word that tightening your buttocks when sitting in a firm chair will help strengthen the pelvic area and lessen your dependence on your thighs when pushing yourself up to stand. Heard it from some other guru and it’s incredible how I am improving.-not an instant cure, but anybody who suffering will know every little bit helps🎉😊❤

@jayneconnors4583 Ай бұрын

Same just wish I could sleep.

@stevejokinen4606 Ай бұрын

@@PT4Everybody

@melissagiles676 15 күн бұрын

Same here 😢

@jonye7511 2 ай бұрын

You've explained why my sciatic flare-up was not responding to the stretches recommended by my physiotherapist. Instead I decided to rest more and take short walks which eased the symptoms after a few days.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! It's always helpful for others to hear different strategies that have worked.

@marishine9104 2 күн бұрын

I'm in constant pain even sitting still. Two weeks of thus. Having a CT scan tomorrow and hope they can give me a corticosteroid shot asap. With blood thinners I can't just get a shot of Teradol. I've been moving as much as I can. But it hurts so much.

@reneemorris4651 3 ай бұрын

I was doing all the wrong things, especially heat pads, which caused heat rashes. Thank you...

@PT4Everybody 3 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@hectorfernandez1071 2 ай бұрын

Sciatica, either caused by lower back issues or piriformis weakness does not like high levels of sugar in your blood interfering with the healing process. I do a low carb diet reset and while on non prescribed pain killer try to do little of strength exercises, also supplements B complex in case of myelin wearing off.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

You are correct! Great points.

@gloomyharlow 26 күн бұрын

I have been in Sciatic nerve pain for weeks. I got my cortizone shot a week ago and the pain got worst, which is expected. I'm still recovering and praying that the pain goes down more as the days go by. I have people telling me to do this or do that or stretch this or stretch that. My gut always told me to not do it. Came across your video today and you confirmed it for me. Thank you. ❤

@PT4Everybody 25 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience and for watching my video! Sending healing vibes your way.

@debramccormick456 10 күн бұрын

You are exactly right. Sciatica appeared 4 days ago. Don’t know what I did or how, but it is very painful and limiting for an active person. I did some stretches last night before bed, thinking that would help, and woke up worse than ever. Sounds like more rest is in order for now. Very thankful that standing is not painful, so much activity is still possible, like canning the garden harvest that is coming in gangbusters! Thanks for all the tips! You are so appreciated! Will watch the next video also.

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad to hear you found the tips helpful. Wishing you a speedy recovery-enjoy that bountiful harvest while taking care of yourself!

@ve1820 2 ай бұрын

Yes! Your bold honest approach is exactly what we need. 2 questions: Where do we apply the ice/cold pack? How do seniors or overweight people manage what is inflexible?

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Great questions! 1) Apply ice to the area that hurts. And, yes, you can use it to "chase" the pain. 2) If you are someone who has difficulty with flexibility doing some aquatic therapy or getting into a pool can be very helpful.

@roybibbs1984 10 күн бұрын

Finally, someone who’s informative and knowledgeable and helpful on KZfaq, Thanks for this!

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind comment! It’s great to know that my efforts are making a difference for viewers like you!

@Strudle_Baker 2 күн бұрын

Now I know why after 2 weeks of dealing with sciatic pain it has only become worse. It's my first time dealing with this and it has been awful. While I did not stretch things in the beginning, thank God, other videos say to switch between ice and heat. I stopped using heat at all because it made my pain start throbbing, now I know why. Thank you for this informative video. I'm going to change things up and see if I can finally be rid of this awful pain.

@marishine9104 2 күн бұрын

Same here. Agony unrelieved for 2 weeks. I'm never without ice. Walking or just standing are torture.

@PT4Everybody Күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! I'm really glad the video helped shed some light on your situation. Remember, it's all about finding what works best for you. Wishing you all the best on your journey to recovery!

@karlterry5799 13 күн бұрын

I tend to agree with the majority of comments. I had a procedure done in 2019 on my right hip to relieve the pressure off a pinched nerve. It resurfaced not too long ago and the exercises I've seen does not work. I shall follow your advise and thank you for this informative information.

@PT4Everybody 12 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! I’m really pleased to know the information resonated with you. Best of luck on your healing journey!

@merilynlang8012 5 күн бұрын

I am so glad I saw this. I have had sciatica for a year now but it is not as bad as it was initially. It is due to the disc putting pressure on the nerve. I have been hesitant about surgery because I don’t want to trade one problem for another. This is great advice. I am one who has looked at sooo many videos.

@PT4Everybody 4 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! I'm so happy to hear that the advice resonated with you. It's great to know that these videos can make a difference for someone dealing with sciatica.

@mozpogson3639 Ай бұрын

The stretching reminds me of the MRI where the tech locked my head then pulled hard on my feet, which was extreme pain. Having all 3 big nerves in each leg playing up at the same time is no fun. I have 2 discs bulging (L4 & L5) plus unstable S-I joints. I find that bringing my feet together while on my back and allow my legs to relax and fall open for as long as possible is very helpful.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great tip! I hope it can help others as well.

@shilpagrace 7 күн бұрын

Every word she spoke is so true it depends on each body is difference try out what really works for you , don't go for surgery, i hav siactic nerve issue from past 3 months on my right side i took a week rest , took Homeopathy medicine, tool Alopathy pain killer later consulted Neurologist after 15days i saw some videos & did mild strech, kept doing whichever work i could do i didn't long rest, then i was advised MRI SCAN, the reports told L5-S1 Mild grade I spondylolisthesis, L4-L5 Mild diffuse disc Bulge. I was suggested to wear Lumbar belt given 1month medication. Now i am feeling much better i am to do all the work ride my bike with the belt support. Long way to go i keep hearing to my body signals we many times tend to neglect. Keep watch on your daily activities adjust accordingly all will go well.

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

I love this! Thank you for sharing your journey!

@francoocfemia5797 2 ай бұрын

The symptoms I experience are right exactly what I feel sciatica pain mild exercises and acupressure points therapy help to lessen sciatica pain thank you so much God bless ✨

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words. It means a lot to know that the content has been helpful to you.

@orianafisher3960 Ай бұрын

What an excellent video, so happy I found you, I'll be listening to your entire playlist on sciatica. I've had 2 bad attacks of sciatica last 2 weeks. My situation is quite complicated, ad I have 16 pins and screws in my lower lumbar and thorasic spine fused, and the sciatic nerve runs through an artificial hip done 6 years ago. Luckily both bouts of the attack subsided by the next day but it was so debilitating that my entire leg went numb and I couldn't bear any weight on the effected side. I'm getting xrays on my hip tomorrow and see the surgeon who did the artificial hip next week. In the meantime your video has been spot on and I just know the playlist will be of help. Thank you!

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I truly appreciate your support and am grateful that my content could assist you in some way. Wishing you a speedy recovery and successful appointments!

@ezekielomobaoluwafemi3907 Ай бұрын

I just watched a video by another doctor and she said the exact opposite of what you said. All these conflicting opponions from assumed professionals are why the internet should not be your go-to when you are facing health issues

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your perspective. It's important to be cautious and consult reliable sources for health advice.

@darrenmetal3338 Ай бұрын

@@PT4Everybody what kind of answer is that?

@marvinfalk5959 Ай бұрын

Guaranteed you can find 100 'experts' with a 100 different methods all contradicting each other. It is a total mess.

@vicomtedelomagne 23 күн бұрын

"Dr Amy' is not a Doctor of Medicine. Sciatica is a symptom, like a headache. Get a diagnosis before having any treatment.

@leahs5562 11 күн бұрын

I get conflicting advice and exercises in person too. It can be so discouraging for sure.

@sirilucktriyangkulsri2275 Ай бұрын

So glad to have found your advice. I did all the things that you asked to avoid , it made the symptom getting worse. I ‘ll try out your advice. Thanks🙏🙏

@PT4Everybody 29 күн бұрын

Thank you for giving the advice a try! Your positive feedback means a lot.

@lauraschmuck5565 2 күн бұрын

This information is very good. No wonder my sciatica has gotten so bad. I was doing everything that you said not to do for sciatic.

@PT4Everybody Күн бұрын

Thank you for your feedback! I'm really happy to hear that the information resonated with you. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

@renatamaitan13 10 күн бұрын

After so much pain ... everything you told makes so much sense! Thank you a lot!

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm honored that my message could help you during a tough time. It means a lot to me!

@manuelodabashian1089 2 күн бұрын

I was going to have an operation after having back problems but was then advised to go to a chiropractor which didn't solve the problem but made it much more manageable

@PT4Everybody Күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! It's always helpful to hear how others navigate their health journeys. Wishing you continued improvement!

@robari2410 Ай бұрын

Thanks much!! 🙏 for the wonderful advice!

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for appreciating the advice, it means a lot!

@consciousnubian9463 Ай бұрын

I'm so glad I stumbled upon your video. I've been dealing with back issue's for many year's had a wonderful chiropractor that kept me pain free when we lived in the US and didn't believe in surgery or medication. She was big in the body being able to heal itself. Now I'm removed from her and in constant daily pain in the lower back, hips, radiating pain and numbness in thigh and after a MRI the doctor wants to perform a Radiofrequency Ablation for pain management. What are your thoughts on this procedure. I'm hesitant. I also treated my issue wrong with heat. So thank you so much for your video!

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I am so sorry that you are separated from your wonderful chiropractor. None of my patients have had Radiofrequency Ablation so I don't have direct experience but the concept behind the procedure makes sense to me. Since you know what a good chiropractor looks like, any chance you can find one near you? If not, the ablation might work for a bit to ease your symptoms. Wishing you the best of luck on your journey!

@nellosmar4431 Ай бұрын

Wow, great information that I haven’t heard before! I will definitely take this into consideration. Thanks!!

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Your appreciation means a lot! I'm grateful for your support.

@gizelleahdong5013 25 күн бұрын

Thank you for this information. I’ve been experiencing more nerve pain after stretching and exercising and everything that is said in the video about what not to do and the effects thereof is exactly what I’ve experienced. Thank you soo much for this information. Wish I had seen it before following other advice on KZfaq

@PT4Everybody 22 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! I’m so pleased that the information resonated with you. Your health is a priority, and I'm glad you're finding the right advice now!

@Nina-725 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for being so honest .

@PT4Everybody 29 күн бұрын

I appreciate your kind words, it motivates me to keep creating content.

@sunnyside9988 4 күн бұрын

I'd like to hear more about the importance of minerals in healing these issues. Some of the most helpful things to me personally are very obscure. Like gold in helping with arthritis as a mineral in trace like amounts. This video was amazing and makes sense. I think its possible to have sciatica and hamstring and other issues at the same time. What you said here goes with my belief working years with seniors and back surgeries and fusions. Me personally I would never have one done. The lumbar seems to do ok for a while. The snip of a pinched nerve in lower back on very fit people by a great surgeon would be the only thing I'd consider. I always knew no one was getting better being in tow weeks and some people took that to a whole other level. Like never doing anything. Everything gets weaker then.

@PT4Everybody 4 күн бұрын

I really appreciate your thoughtful comment! It’s great to hear how the video resonated with your experiences. Your perspective on the healing process is invaluable, especially with your background in working with seniors.

@srchris2296 15 күн бұрын

Im not saying you r wrong, you r right but it may not work for EVERYONE… different people responded differently and that may be for many reasons. Some ppl may hv other underlying health or chronic issues so whatever options that works best for them may not work for others. In my case i now know how and why it happen to me only now. Tq anyway for the info

@PT4Everybody 15 күн бұрын

You got it! That's why I named my business "Physical Therapy for everyBODY" because every BODY is different!

@bhaktikantasendha4066 14 күн бұрын

How it happened and what you did

@user-jc8rz2jj9r 3 күн бұрын

Have you ever taken an English class or ARE you just lazy?

@sheilasmith1409 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate the information you shared. You have given me great information to make a decision about my problem with my back and nerves.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words, it means a lot to me.

@mariabronowiecki4006 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much your very valuable advice.!! Finally I find your video and I have a hope for better days coming, using your advice! I am very appreciative you doing great support for many people. Thank you so much!🙏🙏🙏❤️💜❤️

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Your kind words mean a lot to me. I'm grateful for the opportunity to support you!

@carolyn683 2 ай бұрын

Good advice. I wasn't sure if I should be stretching. Right now I'm bedridden but it's only day 2 . I should just be resting right now and that is what feel best. I can barely get to the bathroom without extreme pain.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate you sharing your experience. Rest up and feel better soon!

@vishalajain9784 7 күн бұрын

I have problem with L4 and L5 and having severe pain in my both legs. Last year numbness started in my right leg and now I have in both my legs. And I also have tingling in my feet and burning sensation in my right leg up to knee region. I was not knowing that I should not give heat treatment and am doing physical therapy. Because of numbness I am loosing balance and cannot move. Please advise me

@sparkle9482 29 күн бұрын

I highly recommend seeing a Physical Therapist and they will guide you on the proper exercises.It worked for me. My pain level was a10 after 2 months went from hardly walking to walking before Sciatica pain had set in🙏❤

@PT4Everybody 29 күн бұрын

Wow, that's awesome progress! Thanks for sharing your success story.

@levihecho007 24 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I just started getting the symptoms around a week ago. Of course, most of the advice on YT is against what you just said. Thank God I found you at my early stage. Earlier today, I just started doing extension exercise. I'll stop them now. Is there any way you provide online consulation?

@PT4Everybody 22 күн бұрын

Feel free to reach out to concierge@pt4eb.com

@DeeDee-2 5 күн бұрын

It’s a combination of heat & cold. Ice to reduce inflammation, but heat is important to get the blood flowing around. Heat allowed me to stop the numbness in my toe.

@PT4Everybody 4 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! It's always great to hear how different methods work for others. Your insight might help someone else struggling with the same issue!

@1978strong Ай бұрын

All facts !!! Waiting to get the point when I can exercise & stretch more. Not my first go around

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience with me, it means a lot!

@Staygoldponyboy44 18 күн бұрын

Hello. Where is the link for the best exercises to do with sciatica? Thank you!. 🙂

@PT4Everybody 16 күн бұрын

Here you go! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNGTq7GF1ae9no0.html

@dawnbryant8778 7 күн бұрын

I’ve had sciatica for 20 years now. I think with experience you’ve given excellent advice, having said that what exercise do you recommend as I need a keep fit routine and I’m totally confused 😕 I’ve even had a personal trainer and some excerises have made it worse especially the weight lifting ❤

@PT4Everybody 6 күн бұрын

Great question! For sciatica I love cardio exercise - do what you love that does not increase your symptoms. Weight lifting can be tough because you have to be super careful with your form and breathing if you have sciatica symptoms. I am encouraged that you found a trainer but sorry to hear about the results. Maybe try a different trainer who is experienced with people suffering form sciatica?

@vishalajain9784 6 күн бұрын

Dear Madam After watching your video I got inspired and shared my long going pain with an expectation of few advises from you. Hope you will not make me sad

@PT4Everybody 6 күн бұрын

I truly appreciate your trust in me to share your pain. I’ll do my best to provide you with the advice you’re looking for!

@vishalajain9784 5 күн бұрын

Thank you very much Madam for responding so quickly. My MRI reads that I have problem in my L4 L5 & S1. I have severe back pain and pain in hip region. And if I stand 2 minutes I get numbness in both my legs and if I walk for 5 minutes I have the same problem and I loose my balance. At that point I have to sit. I am going to the physiotherapy classes for the last 6 weeks and finding no improvement. Please advise me Mam. I want to get rid of this pain and walk as before. I will be grateful to you till my last breath. By the way I am 74 years lady. Thanks once again

@margueritecalixte5396 10 күн бұрын

Very good to know, I got a pain on my back and knees I used heat feel better but coming back.

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

You might try ice and see if that helps you for longer

@84zero00 Ай бұрын

Wow, thanks for your vdo. I am having sciatic nerve right now and been doing the stretches according to other vdos to no avail. I am going to rest and see if it's better.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I'm glad the video could help you in some way. Take care of yourself!

@mrsh4505 12 күн бұрын

This is great information and explained very well. I can walk with no pain and even stand for a while - my problem is sitting for any amount of time, even 10-15 minutes. My butt and hips really begin to hurt on the left side. I've done research on exercises to help with this, but it seems one PT says one thing and the next PT says the exact opposite re: exercises. I have mild scoliosis that has probably caused a herniated disc - not sure. No MRI yet because I know if I try to get one it's a big insurance hassle AND the dr will insist on surgery I'm sure. I've been going to a chiropractor, and it has helped for sure. This may just be something I have to learn to live with??? Thanks for your channel!

@PT4Everybody 11 күн бұрын

I would ask your chiropractor if they think you have a pelvic malalignment issue. This might affect your sitting. And, hopefully, they can recommend a cushion or modification for your sitting that will ease your pain.

@gary.richardson Ай бұрын

The way I was taught on pain is to work the surrounding muscles to help relieve the source of pain.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

That can be a very effective technique!

@darlenedady4159 16 күн бұрын

My doctor said that be active plus for the legs would help sciatic if it gos from the back part of the hip to the knee. That it could ease the pain a little bit so I could walk a little bit better. What do you think about this 🤔

@PT4Everybody 15 күн бұрын

I would agree that you should remain as active as possible without increasing your sciatica symptoms. Wishing you the best on your healing journey!

@marinagarcia4262 18 күн бұрын

I agree with what you say because it makes sense. Also, you are definitely right about using ice and not heat because when I had tried heat, my pain worsened. I felt my pain actually throbbing from the heat, so never again. Ice is what works.

@PT4Everybody 18 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s always helpful to hear how different methods work for others. Ice really is a game changer!

@LauraM1able 12 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the very useful information.

@PT4Everybody 11 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! It really motivates me to keep creating more helpful content.

@ofwhongkong9305 2 ай бұрын

if I put hot water in it, I feel comfortable and I do exercise at the same time. in that case, it will also come back when I work, especially when I stand up and sit down so that I feel ok, or I exercise, or so that I feel comfortable, or that I feel better.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

I would try using some ice to see if that improves your tolerance to motion.

@masonbillie 22 күн бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you. I just need relief and you’re honest and I love it a lot of exercises I’ve been doing for my sciatica is against what you’re saying I should be doing and that’s why I’m in pain. I have not worked in about two months and it has hurt me a lot. I need to get back to work, but I can’t do anything to get relieved from my sciatica. Thank you so😢much❤

@PT4Everybody 22 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to know that my advice is making a difference. Take care of yourself, and I hope you find relief soon!

@crazyadam738 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this invaluable information ❤

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Your appreciation means a lot to me, thank you!

@crazyadam738 2 ай бұрын

@PT4Everybody you are very welcome, and since we are throwing flowers (as the french say) it very well delivered too😊 seriously, the ice thing, kind of counterintuative , just so happened that I had learnt the hard way not 24h befor watching this that a hot shower (I couldn't sit or lay down for a bath) to soften the lubar muscles actually was counter productive and made things much much worse 🤣. Any way keep up the good work , it's important to share one's knowledge xx

@mohammedparveezh4757 3 күн бұрын

What ever she said I am feeling the pain in same area , and I have been to soo many Orthopaedic surgeons and neurology surgeon it's get little better but still it's very hard it's been year , I may going for surgery in few days

@PT4Everybody Күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It takes a lot of strength to face these challenges, and I really appreciate you being open about it. Wishing you all the best for your upcoming surgery!

@Tomscores Ай бұрын

Brilliant brilliant brilliant advice. I know from personal experience. well done for sharing what most don't want to tell you ❤

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Your support means the world to me! It's comments like yours that keep me motivated to create more content.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Your support means the world to me! It's comments like yours that keep me motivated to create more content.

@alisonattin3828 6 күн бұрын

I recently got a very painful sciatica condition whereby it is excruciating behind my knee and on the sides of my calf and on the top of my foot . A strong burning sensation that only subsides after an unforgiving 5 minutes - 8 mins. It does return… after an hour or more .

@PT4Everybody 4 күн бұрын

That sounds rough, man! Sciatica can be a real pain (literally). Hope you find something that helps soon! Hang in there!

@user-de6df3jq8i Ай бұрын

Love your advice 😊I have the inflammation for nearly 3 months. Feel like I have 3 issues at the same time. Sometimes it settles but later it comes back. I feel lost because I don’t know what exercise to start 😢

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience. It's tough when you're dealing with inflammation for so long.

@gtoeasy64 Ай бұрын

Thank you for this advice.....

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@sarahgordon2597 2 ай бұрын

Guilty. Day 6 after major uproot. I had no pain until I stretched wrong last week. Could not sit or stand. Day 3 walked. Walking a bit more but did bike today and walked. Too much . Now hip pain

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

It sounds like you've been through a lot with your recovery. Make sure to take it easy and listen to your body.

@Yeshualivess 29 күн бұрын

ICE on calf and rest leg after standing at work every night. Great advice!!!!!!Get good shoes too once i change my shoes, took magnesium and ashwagsnda and used her advice pain subsided. Pain decreased from knee bend area down to my calf. NO more stretching after or before work.

@PT4Everybody 29 күн бұрын

Awesome to hear that the tips are working for you! Keep it up, and remember to treat yourself well.

@bobmaxjeff 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for a great video. What about going to a chiropractor or massage therapy? Good idea?

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Chiropractic or massage therapy can be helpful depending on what the root of your sciatica issues are. In my biased opinion, I would find a good Manual Physical Therapist who can get to the root of your issue.

@sydney8382 Ай бұрын

Very wise advice, I once had bad lower back pain, followed some stretches on youtube, right after i got sciatica and excruciating pain which lasted 2 months….. an mri found bulging and herniated disc L4/L5. I am going to try ice baths in the mornings to see if this helps

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Hang in there! Ice baths are worth a shot. Stay strong and take care of yourself.

@marjo_loves_art 2 ай бұрын

wow! Thank you so much!

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

I am grateful for your kind words, thank you for being part of this journey!

@charlesonline_ Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I appreciate your support, thank you!

@user-tc7fb2pb6j 4 күн бұрын

Thank, you

@PT4Everybody 4 күн бұрын

Thank you too!

@JackSmith-ud9bg 9 күн бұрын

Thank you. My pain from sciatica has bothered me for about six months and nothing helps. I keep looking for something to stop my lower calf pain. I've almost given up on the doctors. therapy dose not help. still seeking help.

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

Man, that sounds rough! Sciatica can be a real pain in the... well, you know! Keep searching for something that works for you. You got this!

@al-rajhisariol7371 24 күн бұрын

Thank you for your advice

@PT4Everybody 22 күн бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! It means a lot to me that you found the advice useful.

@kvsivaraj1180 2 ай бұрын

Tank you mam for your valuable information

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Your appreciation means a lot! I'm happy to share knowledge with you.

@rp9875 2 ай бұрын

I have been diagnosed with sciatica at age 25. I'm a teacher and keep standing for more than 6 hrs to teach in classroom.....I don't know how can one get sciatica so early

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience. It's important to raise awareness about health issues like sciatica, especially for young professionals like yourself who may not expect to face these challenges.

@merrillynmorris7046 2 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks so much.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

@rolandcortes469 Ай бұрын

I AGREE WITH YOU. THANK YOU...Phil.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Your support means a lot, Phil. Thank you!

@MoriPogi 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the honest advice. Now I know that stretching is bad for sciatic nerve. So many clips about sciatica so lucky I found your video. Your advice really helps a lot. God bless you. 🥰🥰🥰

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words and for watching my video. I appreciate your support!

@jeffswearingen2 3 ай бұрын

I've been dealing with sciatica for over 3 months now and I can't stand or walk for more than a few minutes and I have to sit or lay down to relieve the pain. X rays showed no herniated disc so I'm trying to get a MRI. Not sure what is causing the pain but it starts on the left side of my lower back and travels down through my hamstring and to my upper calf. The weird thing is driving home from work the pain disappears until I step out of car then it feels like a lighting bolt down my leg. I really hope I don't have to go through this the rest of my life.

@PT4Everybody 3 ай бұрын

I am so sorry to hear that, Jeff. Here's something for you to try...when you get home from work, instead of stepping out with your left leg try turning so both legs are out the door - you can stand up using both feet at the same time. This may help to alleviate your symptoms. I hope this makes sense!

@Sam-hc8ch 3 ай бұрын

Very well explained 👌

@sarapalmer2069 2 ай бұрын

You could try acupuncture

@peguymarcelndumis3714 2 ай бұрын

@@sarapalmer2069please what's acupuncture? Please explain I have same problem please😔😔

@playerone2629 Ай бұрын

@@sarapalmer2069 i tried it, it got worse.

@denesevaughn7601 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the useful information 😊

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind comment!

@OneTakeTuber 13 күн бұрын

I purchased an inversion table

@PT4Everybody 13 күн бұрын

How did it work for you?

@theearthauger 12 күн бұрын

May I ask where you purchased your table from. Thank you 🇺🇲

@wendylaborde4905 10 күн бұрын

Listening to this video make me wonder if I have sciatic nerve pain. I have lower back pain, a dull pain on lower butt, some dull pain in leg in the back more when im out moving around. I usually apply heat, but this still voice in my head keeps telling me to apply ice on the actual spot and stay off the heat

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

Give ice a shot and see how it works for you!

@tbetyf7047 10 күн бұрын

Nothing works for me

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

I am sorry to hear that!

@deniajavier8300 2 күн бұрын

Can you do video exercises showing DO'S & DON'TS !

@PT4Everybody Күн бұрын

Great idea! It's going on the list!

@stefsytfavs1 2 ай бұрын

So what does it mean if you have front thigh pain too?

@saracain7263 2 ай бұрын

I was about to ask this questions as well.

@KhABCDLeo 2 ай бұрын

I also have front thigh pain but don't get an answer from anyone

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

I would love to make a video to help explain this. Can you clarify - do you have front of the thigh pain alone or in combination with sciatica symptoms?

@Victorylap-fy4ke 2 ай бұрын

@@PT4Everybody I have front thigh pain in combination with sciatica. Walking makes it more painful.

@saranevillerogueart9627 21 күн бұрын

Pain originates right in upper back pelvic area. Pain Skipping to area of knee and front of leg below knee down to foot. Feels like intense icecream headache but lower front of leg. Toes get numb

@jeannekotula6779 26 күн бұрын

Thank you ❤️

@PT4Everybody 25 күн бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@johnb30021 Ай бұрын

I live on Long Island NY and this Winter ever time I got into the car to go to VA Hospital 45 minutes to hour or so I put the heated Seat ON !!! When I got to VA I had no Problems ! I question you Dr Status ??? 🤦🏼

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! It's great to hear that the heated seats helped you feel comfortable on your way to the VA Hospital.

@playerone2629 Ай бұрын

I don't know why she responded like a bot, but here is the real answer, she said that when you use heat it feels good and alleviate the pain but only for a moment, wich in your case was good enough, but not when you want to reduce inflammation and end with the pain like in the case of the sciatica. So two different situations, two different solutions.

@victoriamc.groggan3777 7 күн бұрын

Love love love you 🤗🤗🤗 best of Irish luck from Victoria. south Belfast 🍀🍀🍀🌈

@PT4Everybody 6 күн бұрын

I truly appreciate your support! Best wishes from here to Victoria, and may the luck of the Irish be with you always!

@All.Natural. 26 күн бұрын

Thank you!😊

@PT4Everybody 25 күн бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@graciejones8423 27 күн бұрын

Thank you❤

@PT4Everybody 26 күн бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@pamelabaldassarre8324 Ай бұрын

what you are saying makes perfect sense. I have been struggling with first time sciatica for one month. Trying to get an MRI scheduled. I feel better later in the day then do my exercises and WOW the next morning is bad. Relieved to see that I am not crazy and that the exercises are aggravating whatever is causing this. I know I have two degenerating discs in lumbar 4 and 5 from 20 years ago. Walking seems to help. PCP put me on prednisone it was so bad... might be helping. I will stop the stretches and just walk for now. I do have early osteoporosis in Lumbar so hopefully this is not what is happening/ compression fracture. I also have some arthritis in this area so MRI will be helpful identifying what is going on. Thank you for posting this video- makes perfect sense

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience. It means a lot to hear that the video has helped you make sense of what you're going through.

@bridget3694 Ай бұрын

I have back issues, two days ago I was sitting in the dentist chair withmy knees bent. When i lowered them i instantly had internal vibration, pins and needles and pressure in my groin. Doc told m me to go to the er. Told them my issue and that it feels like a pinched nerve. They gave me toradol, said it was sciatica, refused to do any imaging and sent me home with exercises that have made it worse. I even have pain going down the inside of my left arm now. Im going back to the urgent care in the morning with hope tgey eill di imaging.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I am glad you are following up on this!

@voildabrown3216 14 күн бұрын

Good advice. What to do to help

@PT4Everybody 14 күн бұрын

We have a whole playlist on Sciatica...feel free to find the video that works best for you!

@tonygarforth539 2 ай бұрын

wish i had seen your video 8 days ago took notice of youtube and yes you are bang right i cant move now the internet and youtube is a very dangerous place to get diagnosed and taken notice of youtubers trying to get views with bad information

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

You are correct! It's important to find people who are putting out good information and not just looking for clicks. I am sorry to hear your story but so glad you found us.

@reinimechanic 26 күн бұрын

Your right abut the bad info on YT. I'm laying in my bed, day 2, hurting after trying to fix sciatica with self massage with a lacrosse ball as was recommended by a youtube channel. It made the inflammation worse. Same for the ice, maybe I went too long to too cold. It's too bad that we have such demands in life that I'm so stressed and must fix it fast but I can now see that I just have to cancel out on obligations until I feel better. I don't know what is worse, the muscle cramping down my left leg, unable to sleep, hurts to lay down, impossible to sit or trying to poop 😢. These have been hard days.

@sweetds1 Ай бұрын

Thank you. ❤

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I appreciate your kind words. Thank you for being a part of this journey.

@dawnbryant8778 7 күн бұрын

Please can you recommend an exercise plan with sciatica in mind? Is there any videos on you tube thats recommended

@PT4Everybody 6 күн бұрын

Here you go! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNGTq7GF1ae9no0.html

@Tony770jr 12 күн бұрын

You mentioned that if the pain is from the side of the hip down the leg and foot that it may not be sciatica. If so then what would it be?

@PT4Everybody 11 күн бұрын

It could be your IT band. Check this one out: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hsyjmJiG0NrOlI0.html

@theresahill8984 14 күн бұрын

What you said makes sense

@PT4Everybody 13 күн бұрын

Thank you for your feedback! It means a lot to know that my words resonate with you.

@shirleyalejandre3366 14 күн бұрын

What do I do for my lower back ,sciatic nerve, when I had a knee replacement on the same side? My knee replacement was June 4, 2024. I still have pain with that and now the left side of my back hurts. I had sciatica problems prior year 2022. I couldn’t walk. Had to go to ER in 2022.

@PT4Everybody 14 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s important to talk about these challenges, and I hope you find the right solutions for your pain. Wishing you a smooth recovery and better days ahead!

@beckyh685 10 күн бұрын

This is awesome, but I don't see the links she referenced to the exercises and the best sleeping position.

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

Exercises kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNGTq7GF1ae9no0.html

@PT4Everybody 7 күн бұрын

Sleeping positions kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ftePmq5-y6ereKs.html

@daisyfigueroa8960 Ай бұрын

Been dealing with this since April - flexril and naproxen

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that you've been dealing with this for so long. Hang in there!

@ahmadsafi5866 2 ай бұрын

My experience using heat made my sciatica worst now I’m using iced pack getting better 👍

@KOKOAXXXable 2 ай бұрын

Me too. Cold packs lend relief. Heat flares it.

@PT4Everybody 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! It's valuable for others dealing with similar issues.

@christinephilp6312 Ай бұрын

This was educational and very helpful for early onset of sciatica. I liked your delivery style too: factual with clear explanations. The instruction not to use heat applications was the most 'difficult' for me as that's always my initial reaction when I have pain. I know better now! I would like to see a video dealing with the root cause of sciatica. You mentioned getting to the cause several times and, as someone who had disc surgery 12 years ago for reasons discussed, but is now suffering a severe sciatica problem for the last four months I would love to see how to sort this out once and for all! I am contemplating nerve blocks and/?or further surgery. That's selfish of me but there are sure to be others going through similar problems. Thank you.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

I got you! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z86JmragnMfDZZs.html

@15packman Ай бұрын

I’m really starting to believe, these videos are the worst thing you could be paying attention to, they can’t be tailored to YOU. What I wish we had was a list by city of the patient rated best DR to see about the condition you have. I woke one day with this condition, and could barely walk for over 3 months , for six weeks I went to a chiropractor, and finally I asked if I needed an MRI, after the MRI he sent be to an Orthopedic Doctor, I had a cyst that was touching the nerve, he also fused the L4, after surgery I could walk, but 8 months after surgery I still have back pain when bending to pick up something or standing after sitting--I have done PT, I stretch almost everyday, I wish I knew what else to do for help? But I think this is how it’s gonna be from now on…….but I can walk.

@PT4Everybody Ай бұрын

You are 100% spot on! I agree - these recommendations are for the general public and are not tailored to YOU and your body. That is actually why I didn't post on KZfaq for so long. Because I am a Manual Physical Therapist and I prefer to offer solutions that are directly geared to the person in front of me - not general advice. So, why did I start posting? Because I felt there was too much damaging information and I felt called to offer my perspective. Might I recommend that you look at this site to find a Manual Physical Therapist near you: aaompt.org/Main/Main/Member_Resources/Find-A-Fellow.aspx I wish you the best of luck on YOUR journey!