Sciatica Series: 40. 3 Simple Rules for Arranging your Home & Work for Back Pain/Sciatica
This is a very simple concept (with three rules) that can help prevent the strain placed on your back from repeatedly bending forward or...
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Aug 5, 20221 min read
Sciatica Series: 39. Top 3 Ways to Apply Traction (Decompression) to the Spine (Back Pain/Sciatica)
A. Hanging handles B. Teeter C. Saunders table Check out the full Sciatica series of videos along with downloadable guide sheets for each...
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chelsie462
Jul 29, 20224 min read
Sciatica Series: 38. How to Decompress the Spine for Back Pain or Sciatica (Traction) no Equipment
First, do the compression test in the video to determine if compression on your spine increases your pain levels. TEST: Sit on a chair...
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chelsie462
Jul 22, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 37. How to Use a Push Lawn Mower with Back Pain/Sciatica
Absolutely avoid cutting lawn with a push mower if the activity increases your back pain. You should be attempting to eliminate all the...
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chelsie462
Jul 15, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 36. How to Use a Riding Lawn Mower When You Have Back Pain or Sciatica
We highly recommend you avoid this task if you are currently experiencing low back pain or sciatica. We have several concerns: A. Most...
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chelsie462
Jul 8, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 35. How to Sit on Bleachers When You Have Back Pain/Sciatica
Avoid sitting on low surfaces, especially bleachers and low boat seats. As you can see in the photo, it is nearly impossible to keep your...
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chelsie462
Jul 1, 20225 min read
Sciatica Series: 34. How to Sit Pain-Free in an Office with Back Pain/Sciatica
We hope to convey to you one of the key points with all forms of sitting and back pain is the benefit of movement and change of position....
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chelsie462
Jun 24, 20224 min read
Sciatica Series: 33. How to Sit Pain-Free in your Vehicle with Back Pain/Sciatica
We hope to convey to you that in order to reduce back pain while sitting, you must increase your movement and position changes. The most...
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chelsie462
Jun 17, 20223 min read
Sciatica Series: 32. How to Sit Pain-free at Home with Back Pain/Sciatica
When you sit incorrectly, you are likely to settle into the C position (slouching, slumped, or flexed) with the accompanying stress to...
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chelsie462
Jun 10, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 31. Loading the Dishwasher Vs. Doing Dishes
Is this a vital task? Can someone else perform this task? Try to load the dishwasher in batches. You should save dishes on the counter...
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chelsie462
Jun 3, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 30. Making The Bed With Back Pain/Sciatica
First you need to determine if this is a vital task in your day. When you are having pain and trying to calm things down you want to...
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chelsie462
May 27, 20223 min read
Sciatica Series: 29. Back Pain or Sciatica? Getting Up from the Floor and Getting Down to the Floor
To get up from the floor or to get to the floor, one must be able to perform a proper lunge. Getting down to the Floor 1. To perform a...
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chelsie462
May 20, 20224 min read
Sciatica Series: 28. 7 Safe Ways to Lift When You Have Back Pain/Sciatica
1. Squat- Keep the following in mind when lifting with the squat technique. Your back should be in the locked-in position. Use a Booyah...
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chelsie462
May 13, 20223 min read
Sciatica Series: 27. How to Stand and Lean Forward with Back Pain and Sciatica
The following explains how to stand and lean forward, (for example, when you are at the sink, brushing your teeth, or doing the dishes):...
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chelsie462
May 6, 20221 min read
Sciatica Series: 26. How to Stand Correctly & Pain-free with a Herniated Disc, Sciatica, & Back Pain
The following are quick adjustments to try while standing: 1. Do not allow your body to settle in. Do not lock your knees. With correct...
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chelsie462
Apr 29, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 25. Going from Sit to Stand with Sciatica/Back Pain from Bed or Toilet
Your back is very vulnerable in the mornings, because the discs in your back have been taking in fluid all night (imbibing). This...
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chelsie462
Apr 22, 20223 min read
Sciatica Series: 24. How a Locked-in Spine Can Help Your Back Pain or Sciatica
What is a locked-in spine? Your back is designed to be the strongest when it is in its natural S position. This means a slight curve in...
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chelsie462
Apr 15, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 23. How to Put on Socks & Shoes with Back Pain or Sciatica
The goal is to get your pants, shoes, and socks on without putting your back in the C-position or another painful position. Putting on...
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chelsie462
Apr 8, 20222 min read
Sciatica Series: 22. Choosing a Mattress for Back Pain and/or Sciatica
Finding a comfortable mattress is a very personal choice, but here are some guidelines: 1. The base of the mattress should be firm enough...
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chelsie462
Apr 1, 20223 min read
Sciatica Series: 21. How to Sleep PAIN-FREE with Back Pain and Sciatica
It is very important to get adequate sleep when trying to manage and heal your back pain/sciatica. A day of pain from back pain/sciatica...
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