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Sciatica pain
I hav radiating pain from my left back region up to left foot,
Pain in intermittent , morning while waking up , my back is stiff ,
The radiating pain is mild n occurs while driving car only . I hav no problem with walkin jogging. I feel good after some stretching exercises of pyriformis muscle .
I go to gym regularly n I hav not started to do weights .
I would like to know whether I can do weights exercises, ? Wat kind of weight exercises I should Avoid ?
Thank u
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Avoid toward bending lifting weights.
After stretching do hot fermentation.
Keep equal balance on both legs.
U can tk physiotherapy treatment for few days for better results
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Piriformis Stretch
1. Lie on your back. ...
2. Cross your left leg over your right so that your left ankle rests on your right knee.
3. Use your hands to grab hold of your left knee and pull it gently toward the opposite shoulder. ...
4. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
5. Relax, and then repeat with the other leg.
6. Repeat this cycle 2 to 4 times.
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In this piriformis stretch is important and other calf stretch tibialis anterior stretch are important but under the guidance of a physiotherapist along with this u need to check whether is there any kind of spasm in the piriformis muscle...avoid weight exs till ur pain subsides...u need to take few physiotherapy sessions...take care get well soon
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You need visit physiotherapist -spine expert he will guide you proper excercise for you.
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Dr. Jyoti Narang (PT)
Physiotherapist
17 yrs exp
Thane
Personal individual based treatment is crucial in your case to tell do's and dont's in gym and other activities.
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consult any physiotherapist for initial guidance
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Avoid forward bending
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