Sciatic pain and massage
The sciatic nerve is the longest and thickest nerve in the body.
It leaves the spinal cord between the lumbar vertebrae.
Herniated and degenerative discs can put pressure on the sciatic nerve.
Travelling through muscles, particularly the piriformis, can put the sciatic nerve at risk for compression.
Sciatica is characterized by signs and symptoms such as pain, numbness and tingling in the low back, buttock and down back of the leg.
Massage therapy can address short, tight muscles that contribute to sciatic pain.
Early intervention is key to managing uncomfortable symptoms.