Medically reviewed by Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS Physical therapy (PT) can help relieve sciatica pain by reducing nerve compression, improving flexibility, and strengthening muscles. Physical ...

Sciatica pain can most often be treated at home. But in some situations going to the emergency room can be the best way to get pain relief. Sciatica affects anywhere from 1% to 5% of people each ...

For most women, sciatica improves after giving birth as the pressure on the sciatic nerve is relieved. However, recovery times can differ. Some women feel relief immediately after delivery ...