Siatic Nerve Help!

[Jtvviewer]

Hey...My sister in law is a hairdresser and says her pain comes from her siatic nerve.  I am wanting to help her out but just don't know what the best action is for her situation.  She has had 4 kids and is on her feet everyday, if I could help relieve some of her pain that would be great?  Does anyone have some things that have worked for you?  I was thinking hot and cold treatment?Thanks--Stacey

 

[jd59]

Thanks a bunch...to answer your questions...Not a formal diagnosis, just what she has said, but pain that fits it...YES.Pain starts at the lower back and down threw legs.  I don't know trigger point therapy so no haven't done those!  She is wearing the worst shoes (high shoes or platform), but she dose have a mat.  No streaching.Her kids are 3-9.  Carries them on both sides.  The youngest are twins so the weight is always on both for the most part.  Carring 2 at a time!She goes to see a Chiro every few weeks and gets adjsuted, but never does the trick? I don't think she will change anyhting about her lifestyle, just was wondering if I could help relieve some of the pain. I know that dosen't make any sense.  you would think some one in pain would change, but it isnt going to happen.  Just wondering if I can help relieve it to some extent!Thanks for helping!

 

[greengirl]

The reason the Chiropractic is not working is because the soft-tissue dysfunction causing the problem is not being addressed through postural changes and manual soft tissue therapy.  

rockpaperscissors,I have seen chiropractic work even without soft tissue therapy.It could well, just be the particular DC is not a good fit for her, or that she needs more frequent care. If she won't change her lifestyle, you do have an uphill battle, but you can probably give her some relief.I would first suggest she find a DC that practices flexion/distraction technique.  Since she is obviously going back every 2 weeks, she must feel comfortable with chiropractic technique, so if she is willing to at least persue this, F/D is a great tech. for sciatic type pain.

Does anyone have some things that have worked for you?

Deep lower back paraspinal work, accompanied by traction for the lower back while the client is prone and their anterior hips are over a dutchman's roll or good size pillow.  I actually traction with my forearms on non-greasy/non-lotioned skin, one forearm around the lower thoracics and the other at the sacral region and spread the area firmly.  It has done wonders for my clients.  As well, I also work the gluts, and into the ischial tuberosity regions for a greater loosening affect.  And, depending on the situation, hams and calves too.Hope this helps.