has anyone tried the MacKenzie Mehtod for sciatic pain?
I have no back pain, yet have a compressed disc which is affecting the S1 nerve and I am wondering what exercises the ‘method’ has involved?
thanks for all help
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The McKenzie method was developed by a PT to help alleviate disc problems. This series of exercises focuses on lumbar extension to help reduce disc related pain and sciatica. I would recommend finding a local PT or chiro who is familiar with this method and work with them. Let them help you through the exercises so that you are doing them correctly, rather than following diagrams or instructions online.
mckenzie method involves flexion/extension principles for spine and extremities. go to mckenziemdt.org and u can find a certified mckenzie therapist near u. let the same therapist or chiro work on you all the time for reliability and continuity of care…very important and mckenzie group has the data to support that claim. best of luck