While high impact activities, like running, place more impact on the spine and surrounding nerves, does it cause sciatica? Will continuing to run make it worse? We’re going to dive in to what you need to know.
If you’ve ever experienced any kind of nerve pain, you’re familiar with how uncomfortable and even debilitating it can be. Depending on where it is and what is causing it just sitting still can feel horrible, let alone contemplating a run.
You may have heard your fellow runner friends talking about it from time to time, especially if they’re experiencing discomfort during or shortly after a run. Often we aren’t sure what this pain in the butt is, but meet your sciatic nerve. Something so small that can trigger so much discomfort.
What is sciatica, how do you know you have it, what causes it, how can you prevent or relieve it? And the all important question, can you still run while experiencing it? We’ll answer all of those questions and probably a few more with the help of a corrective exercise specialist.
What is Sciatica?
To put it simply, sciatica is pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve. Ok, but what exactly does that mean?
The sciatic nerve extends from the lower back and runs down the back of both legs. It’s job is to help us stand,…
