3 Exercises to Relieve Sciatica Pain in the Leg: Practical and Effective

Exercise 3: Seated piriformis stretch

The piriformis muscle can press on the sciatic nerve if it is tight. This stretch seeks to relieve that pressure.

How to do it:

1. Sit on a firm chair or a comfortable surface.
2. Cross the affected leg over the healthy leg (as if you were forming a “4”).
3. Hold the ball of your foot and slowly lower your knee toward the floor.
4. Hold this position for 15 seconds, without forcing or bouncing.
5. I repeated the movement 3 to 4 times.

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