Perfect for relieving tension in the back of the thigh, which is often shortened and tight in people with sciatica.
Here’s how:
Lie on your back on a comfortable surface.
Pull the affected leg towards your stomach.
Hold it below your thigh and slowly and gently straighten your knee as far as possible.
Bend over again and repeat the movement.
Do 10 repetitions and complete 3 sets with a break in between.
Exercise 3: Piriformis stretch while seated
The piriformis muscle can compress the sciatic nerve when it is tense. This stretch aims to relieve that pressure.
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