
| Sciatica A1 Pilates offers spa-quality, therapeutic massage in a peaceful, relaxing setting to help relieve your pain associated with sciatica. Sciatic Nerve Pain Sciatica, also known as sciatic nerve pain, is a severe pain in the leg, usually the back of the leg, extending down the leg to the calves, feet or toes. Sciatica is caused by compression or irritation of the nerve roots exiting the spine that form the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerves are the largest and longest nerves of the body. There are a number of reasons the sciatic nerve could become compressed, entrapped, or irritated. In "true" sciatica displaced spinal vertebrae, and herniated or degenerated lumbar spinal disc(s) are structures which can compress the nerve roots and cause irritation. Each of these can be caused by or made worse by abnormally tight or adhered tissues in the area including muscles, and fascia. Other reasons this can occur include postural issues such as having a "long leg", or a pelvic tilt. A1 Pilates offers massage therapy and other complementary therapies to help sciatica, sciatic nerve pain, and conditions which mimic sciatica. Massage therapy can help relax muscles, release trigger points and abnormal tissue adhesions, and improve posture to relieve the pressure on nerve roots and other sensitive structures. Enhance your experience with a spa-quality therapeutic massage! |
