Massage techniques for sciatica include massage, acupressure, tapping and rubbing.
Sciatica is caused by sciatic nerve damage or compression of the sciatic nerve innervated parts of the pain, can be manifested as reflex pain or weakness, numbness, tingling sensation.
1. Massage method: you can massage the area where the sciatic nerve is distributed, from top to bottom massage, sequentially on the waist, buttocks, the back of the thighs, the calves after the outer side of the kneading.
2. Pointing method: you can point and press the kidney yu, foot Sanli, commission, waist Yangguan, yinmen, Taixi, Kunlun and other acupoints.
3. Patting method: Patting along the buttocks, thighs, and the back outer side of the calves in turn is good for relieving symptoms.
4. Friction method: Rapidly rubbing your hands, after sufficient heating, on the sciatic nerve innervated area, not only can effectively relieve symptoms, but also promote blood circulation.
It is recommended to consult a doctor in time and follow the doctor’s instructions.