Sciatica Stretch

Sciatica Stretch to reduce inflammation
(aka Piriformis-hip rotator Muscle Stretch)
If this stretch causes any pain – STOP!
Call a doctor.

1. Use a frozen gel pack and sit on it – right on the sitting bone.
There needs to be fabric between your skin and the gel pack.
Sit on it for approximately 15 minutes before step 2.
2. While seated, take the foot (of the aching leg or hip) and rest
it on the other knee Indian or Yoga style
3. Keep that angle with the hurting leg.
4. Inhale
5. Slowly exhale, while lifting the foot up until you feel a gentle pull.
(not pain)
Hold it for 6 seconds while continuing to exhale slowly.
6. Repeat this stretch up to 6 times and do several times per day.
However, the key is slowly!
7. Schedule and appointment with MaryAnne Palumbo,
8. Licensed Massage Therapist 407-756-4947