When to Schedule Your Child's Scoliosis Assessment
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10 Lifestyle Tips to Supplement Chiropractic Care for Sciatica
Sciatica is due to sciatic nerve compression. It’s characterized by pain, tingling, and numbness radiating along the sciatic nerve, usually from the lower back down one or both legs. If you’ve ever experienced it, you don’t have to be told it’s frustrating and limiting.
Chiropractic care is an effective tool in the fight against sciatica, but it works even better when combined with healthy lifestyle habits. These changes don’t have to be overwhelming; even small, consistent efforts can help.
Dr. Pamela V. Ford and our team at Serenity Chiropractic & Family Wellness Center in Carrollton, Texas, specialize in treating painful conditions like sciatica. Our holistic approach includes guidance for healthy habits that enhance the benefits of chiropractic care.
Lifestyle tips to supplement chiropractic care for sciatica
While every case of sciatica is different, and we tailor treatment plans based on the cause and severity of your symptoms, the following healthy habits can support and maintain your recovery.
1. Mind your posture
Slouching can worsen the nerve compression that triggers sciatica. Healthy posture can negate those effects. Focus on sitting and standing tall, keeping your spine aligned and supported.
2. Keep moving with spine-friendly activities
Low-impact activities like walking, swimming, or gentle yoga can strengthen your core and reduce pressure on the sciatic nerve.
3. Stretch it out
Adopt a satisfying stretching routine that targets the lower back, hamstrings, and hips, since tight muscles in these areas can aggravate sciatica symptoms.
4. Practice stress management
Chronic stress causes muscle tension, which can exacerbate sciatica pain. Try meditation, deep breathing, or even just quiet time to help your body relax.
5. Optimize your workstation
Dr. Ford specializes in ergonomic evaluations and recommendations for the workplace. Properly positioned computer monitors, ergonomically correct desks, and chairs with lumbar support help reduce strain and support healing.
6. Watch the numbers
Extra weight places pressure on your lower back. Balanced eating and regular movement help lighten the load.
7. Drink your water
Your spinal discs require adequate hydration to stay healthy. Drink plenty of fluids, especially if you're active.
8. Take a break and move
Whether you’re working at a desk or standing on your feet, regular breaks to stretch or move can ease pressure and reduce flare-ups.
9. Check your shoes
Your feet are your foundation. Shoes with appropriate arch support can help with overall body alignment and back health.
10. Keep working at it
Stick to your treatment schedule, communicate any changes in symptoms, and follow Dr. Ford’s guidance for the best results.
Want help creating a routine that works with chiropractic care? Schedule a visit today by calling the office or requesting an appointment online. Your spine—and your future self—will thank you.
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