Why does the sciatic nerve become inflamed?

Before seeing together which are the best  natural remedies for sciatica  , it is appropriate to open a brief parenthesis to understand what exactly this nerve is and why it can become inflamed.

The  sciatic nerve branches  out from the back, passing through the buttocks and legs and, when it becomes inflamed, in medical jargon it is properly referred to as sciatica.

At the base of the disorder there can be different factors and  different causes , for this reason, sciatica can be classified in different ways.

The only thing that the different forms of sciatica have in common is certainly the  pain  by which they are characterized and, among the most frequent causes, we remember above all those that we show you below:

• the fact of leading an excessively sedentary life;
• the presence of spinal tumors;
• the presence of herniated discs;
• the fact of assuming an incorrect posture for a long time;
• the narrowing of the foraminal and spinal canal;
• piriformis syndrome;
• in spondylolisthesis.

Furthermore, the  sciatic nerve  can undergo inflammation, even in the presence of some risk factors, which may involve the genetic aspect of the individual or the presence of trauma.

What are the best natural remedies for sciatica?

The goal of  natural remedies  for sciatica is not to completely heal the disorder, but to relieve symptoms and speed up the healing process. Indeed, in the case of inflammation to this nerve

In this sense, among the most effective remedies we remember above all those mentioned below:

• The  willow , famous for its antineuralgic and antiphlogistic properties;
• Chili  pepper , rich in beneficial properties, such as analgesic, rubefacient and antibacterial properties;
• Arnica montana , useful for its anti-inflammatory, revulsive, analgesic and anti-rheumatic properties;
• Chamomile  is an excellent natural anti-inflammatory ;
• The  pulsatilla  with antineuralgic properties, even if it is used less and less for the treatment of sciatica;
• Camphor  famous for its rubefacient properties ;
• Lavender , useful for its anti-neuralgic properties .

To learn more, you can read our article dedicated to natural anti -inflammatories that can be useful for treating other minor pains.

What should we do in case of inflammation of the sciatic nerve?

However, to reduce the problem it is not enough to take advantage of the benefits of natural remedies, but precise precautions must also be taken, above all to avoid making the situation worse.

First of all, we advise you to avoid situations in which the inflammation of the nerve could become acute or, in any case, worsen and it is preferable to consult a doctor as soon as possible.

Also remember to avoid resting excessively, again, like all other things, too much cripples and could aggravate inflammation.

In practice, to reduce sciatic nerve pain, we need to find the right balance in our daily lives, including with regard to eating habits, but above all physical activity.

What are the best exercises to relieve this inflammation?

There are  specific exercises  to relieve sciatica pain, or sciatica. These are exercises that, if they become part of our routine, can significantly improve the situation.

Regardless of the fact that a little physical activity would be good for anyone, in the case of sciatica, we advise you to practice the following exercises:

• Seated spine stretches, to relieve pressure on the spine;
• The seated dove position is used to stretch the lower back and buttocks;
• The cobra position is used to reduce the tension of the muscles that make up the back;
• Knees to opposite chest, again to ease the pressure on the spine;
• The position of the reclined dove favors the spread of the hips.

How do we prevent this ailment?

Even in the case of sciatica, however, the best path to follow is undoubtedly that of  prevention , so as to avoid encountering this problem in the future.

To prevent inflammation of the sciatic nerve, or attacks of sciatica, it would be advisable to follow the  advice  we show you below:

• Remember to always ask an expert’s opinion before starting any training program;
• When you are standing, remember to maintain correct posture;
• If you have to lift a load, pay attention to the flexion of the knees, so as to keep the spine straight;
• Avoid overexertion if you already have sciatic nerve pain;
• Avoid sitting too long;
• Before doing the exercises we mentioned above, remember to take a rest.

What if natural remedies don’t work?

Unfortunately, in some cases, the situation could be more serious than it seems and, adopting all the precautions that we have shown you in this guide, it could be useless, especially in the most serious cases.

For this reason you must never underestimate the advice your  doctor will give you  in this regard and avoid following DIY therapies as you could aggravate your inflammatory state.