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Physiotherapist Ariane McCormack
Updated 19-6-25
1Sciatic Nerve Slider
5 sets
Five times / day
  • Lying on your back interlace the hands at the back of the affected knee.
  • The knee is stacked over the top of the hip in this position.
  • Extend the knee towards the roof with the toes coming back towards the head.
  • Move the leg into the position in which you start to feel light tension.
  • Keep your leg in this extended position.
  • Point your foot to the ceiling and then slowly pull your foot back towards your head.
  • Repeat as prescribed by your physiotherapist.

2Lumbar Flexion Mobility
5 sets
Five times / day
  • Stand in front of a bench and place your hands on top of it to help lightly support your weight.
  • Keeping your hands on the bench, walk slowly backwards within a comfortable range and return.
  • Your centre of mass should remain over your feet.
  • You should feel a gentle stretch near the base of your spine.
  • Complete this exercise as prescribed by your physiotherapist.