Most people of a certain age will say that they have experienced back pain, so it’s common for 8 out of 10 people to deal with it.
Sciatica is a common pain caused by problems with the sciatic nerve, a large nerve that runs from the lower back and down the legs.
When we experience back pain most of us take pills or put on heating pads, but experts say it’s very important to address the root of the problem.
Now a simple trick with a tennis ball provides noticable back pain relief – and it is also something you can do in your free time at home.
Experts say lower back pain is sometimes caused by physical activity, obesity and incorrect posture.
One way to relieve pain is to cool the place, as well as acupuncture or chiropractic treatments.
Stretching exercises for the sciatic nerve such as those done in yoga or in our article on back pain stretches can also provide great back pain relief.
Watch the examples in the video below:
Sometimes the pain goes away on its own, but you can relieve the pain faster with a tennis ball and some simple exercises.
By putting the tennis ball on the painful areas and then applying pressure on it, the muscle pressure is released and you feel pain relief.
If you are treating a sciatic pain, the ball will work on the agus muscle which is located very close to the sciatic nerve, according to the Healthy.Shared website.
Target painful points
When you do it at first, the pain can be intense but it is a sign that you need to apply pressure, so take a deep breath and you will see wonderful results.
Apply pressure with the ball to a specific area for 30-60 seconds. Then apply pressure on another area. Do this exercise for 5-10 minutes.
Watch the specialist in action in the video below: