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    Sciatica Exercises & Home Treatment: Simple, Effective Care For Sciatica And Piriformis Syndrome
    Sciatica Exercises & Home Treatment: Simple, Effective Care For Sciatica And Piriformis Syndrome
    Sciatica Exercises & Home Treatment: Simple, Effective Care For Sciatica And Piriformis Syndrome
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    Sciatica Exercises & Home Treatment: Simple, Effective Care For Sciatica And Piriformis Syndrome

    By Dr. George Best, D.C.

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    Reader Comments About Sciatica Exercises and Home Treatment:

    "This book is excellent. It is easy to read, straight to the point, no fluff, just the stuff. Easy to understand, exercises to ease the pain. An excellent read."

    "Great book and very informative. An easy read and able to understand. If you have this kind of pain buy it!"

    "Great Author, Dr. George Best knows his stuff! The exercises have helped me and the book tells me all about a condition that affects a lot of people!"

    More About Sciatica Exercises and Home Treatment:

    The book begins with an explanation of the common causes of sciatica and piriformis syndrome and ways to tell what is causing your sciatica symptoms so you can treat them most effectively.

    The book has detailed instructions with illustrations on the most effective sciatica exercises and home treatments including advanced McKenzie exercises, stretching and massage for the piriformis and gluteus minimus muscles, acupressure for sciatica and back pain, a gentle pelvis repositioning technique used by some chiropractors, a method for releasing emotional pain triggers that can contribute to sciatica and back pain, a review of supplements and natural remedies to relieve sciatica, and a technique for easing sciatica and back pain while sitting. The book also reveals Dr. Best's exclusive "intensive care" protocol for getting lasting symptom relief as quickly as possible that has been used successfully by hundreds of sciatica sufferers worldwide.

    The book goes on to discuss techniques for managing the underlying causes of sciatica long-term to prevent a recurrence of the problem once symptoms have been alleviated.

    Finally, the book explains the warning signs that can accompany sciatica that indicate when you should seek out professional evaluation and treatment.

    While the book does reference the author's website as a source of additional information, it is not simply a "marketing piece" like so many ebooks in the sciatica and back pain niche. This book goes into great detail and is fully illustrated with the critical things you need to know to successfully and safely treat sciatica and piriformis syndrome at home without any assistance or any special equipment.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDr. George Best, D.C.
    Release dateDec 15, 2013
    ISBN9781311914989
    Sciatica Exercises & Home Treatment: Simple, Effective Care For Sciatica And Piriformis Syndrome
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    Dr. George Best, D.C.

    Dr.George F. Best, D.C. is a 1991 Summa Cum Laude graduate of Parker University (formerly Parker College Of Chiropractic) in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Best was valedictorian of his chiropractic school class and was the 1991 recipient of the W. Karl Parker Award For Scholastic Excellence. He has been in private practice in San Antonio, Texas since 1992.

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      Easy to follow steps for sciatica pain relief. I highly recommend this to my clients. Thank you Doc !
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      This was one of the most helpful and practical books I have read. It’s must have for anyone dealing with sciatic issues.

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    Sciatica Exercises & Home Treatment - Dr. George Best, D.C.

    Sciatica Exercises & Home Treatment

    Simple, Effective Care For Sciatica And Piriformis Syndrome

    By Dr. George Best, D.C.

    Published by George F. Best, D.C. at Smashwords

    Copyright 2012 George F. Best, D.C.. All Rights Reserved.

    Table Of Contents

    Disclaimer

    Chapter 1: Understanding Sciatica

    Basic Spinal Anatomy

    Disc Protrusion / Bulge / Herniation

    Disc Extrusion / Rupture

    Degenerative Bone and Ligament Thickening

    Sciatic Nerve and Piriformis Muscle

    Chapter 2: Discovering the Cause of Your Sciatica

    Clue #1 - Posture

    Clue #2 – Standing Up After Prolonged Sitting

    Clue #3 – Symptoms Associated With Heavy Lifting Or Repeated Bending

    Clue #4 – Sciatica That Develops After Inactivity

    Clue #5 – Reaction To Applying Heat

    Clue #6 – The Straight-Leg Test

    Clue #7 – The Piriformis Stretch Test

    Interpreting the Clues

    Chapter 3: Relieving Symptoms With Ice And Heat

    Chapter 4: Sciatica Symptom Relief Exercises

    McKenzie Method Exercises

    Exercises for Muscle Contraction Sciatica

    Piriformis Stretching

    Gluteus Minimus Stretching

    Chapter 5: Massage and Positioning Techniques

    Piriformis Massage

    Gluteus Minimus Massage

    Pelvic Repositioning

    Enhancing Sitting Comfort

    Chapter 6: Acupressure Techniques

    Pen Button and Laser Methods Of Acupressure Stimulation

    Point GB34 For General Musculoskeletal Pain

    Sciatica Points

    Low Back Pain Points

    Auriculotherapy (Ear Acupressure) Points

    Surround The Dragon

    Chapter 7: Supplements and Natural Remedies

    Natural Anti-Inflammatories

    Correcting Nutrient Deficiencies

    Chapter 8: Releasing Emotional Pain Triggers

    Points for Emotional Freedom Technique

    Chapter 9: Prevention of Sciatica

    The Importance of Prevention

    Back Safe Posture and Lifting

    Poor Sitting Posture

    Good Sitting Posture

    Sleep Position

    Bending and Lifting

    Poor Bending, Lifting, and Carrying

    Safer Bending, Lifting, and Carrying

    Preventive Exercises

    The Pelvic Tilt

    The Slouch and Arch

    Preventive Exercise Summary

    Chapter 10: When to See A Doctor

    Cauda Equina Syndrome

    Failure to Improve Within 2 to 3 Weeks

    Pain Becoming Numbness

    Conclusion

    About The Author

    Review and Connect

    Disclaimer

    Every case is different and although the vast majority of sciatica sufferers will improve using the treatment methods presented, this book is not a substitute for professional evaluation and treatment. Some individuals may require different or additional treatments to the ones presented in this book. Readers are advised to pay close attention to the warnings and precautions that are included in this book and are advised to seek medical attention in the event that symptoms worsen or if new symptoms arise.

    If you have questions or would like additional information, please visit the author's website, www.SciaticaTreatmentAtHome.com, or email the author at info@sciaticaselfcare.com.

    Chapter 1: Understanding Sciatica

    The term sciatica refers to symptoms arising from the sciatic nerve, which is the large nerve formed from several smaller nerves that branch off from each side of the lower spine. The sciatic nerves pass through the buttock area on each side and then continue down the back of each leg. Below the knee, the sciatic nerve splits into two divisions that continue down the leg to the ankle and foot.

    Although some people call symptoms anywhere in the leg sciatica, true sciatica symptoms occur in the buttock area and may extend down the back of the thigh and into the lower leg and foot. Generally, the more irritated the nerve is, the further the symptoms will extend down the leg.

    While there are rare neurological disorders that can cause the development of sciatica due to direct nerve pathology, in most cases sciatica is a symptom of some other underlying problem. The most common causes of sciatica can be broken down into two main categories, nerve compression and muscle contraction.

    Nerve compression can result from a variety of causes, but it is most commonly caused by a bulge or rupture of one or more intervertebral discs in the lower lumbar spine. The illustration below shows the basic anatomy of a section of the spine as viewed from the side:

    Basic Spinal Anatomy

    Under normal circumstances, there is plenty of space around the

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