Sciatica: an enemy that can be fought effectively

Sciatica is a disease that completely takes away the joy of life. He attacks unexpectedly, and subsequent attacks are more and more powerful. Sciatica is difficult to fight, but it can be done effectively – if only you know the right ways to deal with the symptoms of the disease. What is sciatica manifested by? How to counteract it?

Symptoms of sciatica

• Unexpected and severe pain in the lower back that does not allow you to function normally;
• The pain may also extend to the shoulder, buttocks and thighs;
• Sometimes there are also problems with passing urine or stool;
• A sick person may experience sensory disturbances and various types of tingling, especially in parts of the body affected by pain.

What does a sciatica attack indicate?

Unfortunately, the symptoms that accompany the disease tell us only one thing: our spine is in very poor shape. Unfortunately, in order to get rid of sciatica forever, you must first of all work on the strength of your own spine. This can only be done by performing systematic physical exercises. A sedentary lifestyle can only exacerbate the symptoms of the disease. A healthy lifestyle is the key to success in the fight against this disease. Interestingly, the root attack, as sciatica is usually called, can also be a consequence of too intense physical effort, especially in people who often do not indulge in such activity. 

Sciatica is also a disease that comes with age. The first symptoms usually appear after the age of 30. 

How to help yourself in a long-term way?

1. First of all, introduce daily physical activity into your life. Don’t push yourself too hard, but spend at least 30-50 minutes a day on light exercise and warming up;
2. It is also worth changing your diet and adding more calcium, mineral salts and vitamins to it. In this case, various types of dietary supplements may also be helpful.

How to help yourself temporarily?

1. It is worth curing yourself of all other infections and colds. Sneezing and coughing significantly increase the pain of sciatica;
2. During an attack of sciatica, you should lie down on a hard surface, bend your knees slightly, and put a larger pillow or quilt under them;
3. The painful place should be warmed up very well. Warm compresses or the purchase of an electric heated pillow often help;
4. All kinds of massages and healing treatments will also be helpful;
5. Ordinary anti-inflammatory and painkillers may also be helpful, as they can remove the pain, even if only for a short while, and will certainly reduce it to a form that will no longer be so burdensome.
6. You should see a doctor if sciatica is accompanied by paresis or very strong tingling associated with persistent pain.