It’s important to understand that Sciatica is a symptom, not a diagnosis.  There are various causes of sciatica – such as piriformis syndrome, herniated disc, and spinal stenosis.  The causes of those conditions are many and varied – including age, diet, trauma, poor posture, repetitive movement, etc.

The following are some sciatica home treatment ideas that MAY relieve your sciatica pain.  These sciatica home treatment suggestions are in the realm of holistic therapy and may have varied results.

1.  Celery and Potato Juice

Some believe that celery and potato juice relieves sciatica pain.  However, it’s reported that you must drink at least 10 ounces per day.  You might wish to add other juices such as carrot and/or fruit juice to improve the taste.

2.  Elderberry Tea

Elderberry is believed to relax muscles, which in some cases of sciatica may relieve pain.

3.  Garlic

Garlic is known to relieve general aches and pain – which may then relieve sciatica pain.  Garlic may be consumed naturally (i.e. the cloves) and/or by taking garlic supplements.

4.  Sauerkraut

Some claim consuming sauerkraut relieves sciatica.  Sauerkraut is believed to relax muscles, which in turn can relieve sciatica pain.

5.  Water

Lack of hydration can cause and/or inflame sciatic pain.  Therefore, make an effort to stay properly hydrated.  Back pain can result from poor hydration and/or diet.  As a health writer, I’m often amazed at the wide and varied ailments that can result from not drinking enough water.

6.  Topical Home Treatment – Horseradish Poultice

Sometimes a topical treatment options gives immediate relief.  Some claim that freshly minced horseradish poultice rubbed on painful tissue – especially muscles, can help relieve sciatica pain.

7.  Exercises

There are exercises you can perform at home to relieve sciatic pain.  However, don’t just start any old exercise regimen.  It’s wise to investigate which exercises are beneficial to you.  You also need proper instruction in performing those exercises.

When you exercise improperly, you could aggravate your sciatica symptoms – which is not the result you want.

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Note - whenever administrating home treatments for medical issues, you should do so under the guidance of a medical professional.