Sciatic Nerve pa

[DezyGee]

So for a week i been having sciatic nerve pain on one side and omg its so painful i cant do nothing ! and doesnt help to be picking up after my almost two year old son :/ My doctor prescribed me muscle relaxers and physical therapy. but im scared to take the meds i wont even take tylonal . My first pregnancy i never had this problem ! Doctor said it gets worse every pregnancy :( Anyone else going through this ? And do you know exercises or tips to relieve the pain? Did the muscle relaxers work ? Help :( lol

[maggie574]

Baby #2 was worlds worse compared to baby #1 as far as sciatic pain...and it started really early and got continually worse. I saw a PT and while most everything he did was only a temporary help, we finally found something that helped...a belt/positioner that helped keep my hip stable so it wouldn't rub my iliac nerve. I can't comment about the meds, not having taken any. Hope your PT can help!

[ShannyO]

I had sciatic nerve pain constantly for many months & I went to my chiropractor on a regular basis which was a miracle for me. I still go to him & I'm 35 weeks.  One position that brought me comfort was to lean over a table & put my elbows on the table & gently lean forward to stretch the hamstrings. Leaning forward over something helps move baby away from the nerves for a bit. Also laying on an ice pack for 30 min brought much relief.
Good luck. I know exactly what you're going through. Hang in there!