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A chiropractor managed to get rid of my sciatica, but in the end my disk ruptured, and I had to have surgery. That cured it once and for all.
I never found anything to give me relief from sciatica otherwise. If I didn't mow my own lawn or shovel snow or ever get pregnant, I probably would never have had it, but oh well -- too late to return the children now. 😉
For what it's worth, though, this thing is great. I didn't have one before my back surgery, but whenever I tweak my back in the garden (a whole different type of pain than sciatica, though), laying on this for a few minutes helps a lot.
(It's an Amazon link) -- Moriyou Back Stretcher for Pain Relief, Spine Deck with 3 Adjustable Settings, Upper & Lower Back Pain Relief Stretcher for Spinal Decompression, Spine Aligner for Bed, Chair & Car with Massager, Blue https://a.co/d/fhNiNHK
I get it that lower back tweaks are not sciatica related, but this is relevant to me, thank you. I'll probably get one of these lumbar stretch devices you linked -- looks like it's made well with the different levels.
I used to have this blue plastic thing, shaped sort of like a bike seat, that allowed for more of a pelvis stretch and helped my minor sciatica symptoms. It was terrific, but I lost it in a move, and I've never been able to find a replacement. More recently, I bend backwards over an exercise ball.
I wear a back brace now whenever I sit at my desk for a while. I don't need one at work when I'm mostly on my feet, but I need it for sitting/slouching/bending. It's also described as a slimmer/girdle, to which I say, "All the better." lol It keeps the discs in my lower back better aligned, with no tweak. The last 18 months are the longest I've gone in with no back spasms/tweaks. I credit this brace and more regular magnesium supplements.
Description: Brand: QEESMEI Waist Trainer Belt for Women & Man - Waist Cincher Trimmer Weight Loss Ab Belt - Slimming Body Shaper Belt
The ONLY treatment that gets rid of my sciatica is as-needed Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections. Many, many years of relief in between needing the injections.
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
I never found anything to give me relief from sciatica otherwise. If I didn't mow my own lawn or shovel snow or ever get pregnant, I probably would never have had it, but oh well -- too late to return the children now. 😉
For what it's worth, though, this thing is great. I didn't have one before my back surgery, but whenever I tweak my back in the garden (a whole different type of pain than sciatica, though), laying on this for a few minutes helps a lot.
(It's an Amazon link) -- Moriyou Back Stretcher for Pain Relief, Spine Deck with 3 Adjustable Settings, Upper & Lower Back Pain Relief Stretcher for Spinal Decompression, Spine Aligner for Bed, Chair & Car with Massager, Blue https://a.co/d/fhNiNHK
I used to have this blue plastic thing, shaped sort of like a bike seat, that allowed for more of a pelvis stretch and helped my minor sciatica symptoms. It was terrific, but I lost it in a move, and I've never been able to find a replacement. More recently, I bend backwards over an exercise ball.
I wear a back brace now whenever I sit at my desk for a while. I don't need one at work when I'm mostly on my feet, but I need it for sitting/slouching/bending. It's also described as a slimmer/girdle, to which I say, "All the better." lol It keeps the discs in my lower back better aligned, with no tweak. The last 18 months are the longest I've gone in with no back spasms/tweaks. I credit this brace and more regular magnesium supplements.
Description: Brand: QEESMEI
Waist Trainer Belt for Women & Man - Waist Cincher Trimmer Weight Loss Ab Belt - Slimming Body Shaper Belt
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MCTYBJ6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I don't know how to find the link for social media sharing, so I hope that works.
See a doctor.