Alternative treatment methods | Exercises for sciatic pain during pregnancy

Alternative treatment methods

Sciatica pain can also be relieved by homeopathic remedies such as Rhus toxicodendron (poison ivy), Gnaphalium (woolweed) or Aesculus (horse chestnut). The same applies to externally applied St. John’s wort oil. Light and gentle movements in Yoga, Tai Chi or Qi Gong can equally provide relaxation, stimulate the blood circulation and alleviate pain.

Summary

Sciatic pain occurs in every second pregnant woman during pregnancy. The reason for this is in most cases a muscular imbalance between the gluteal and abdominal muscles and the increasing weight of the unborn child. In most cases, the complaints can be alleviated by specific exercises, physiotherapy and acupuncture – but they often disappear completely only after birth.