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Lower back pain that radiates down both legs? Use Heat.
Lower back pain that radiates down both legs is a very common symptom of sciatica and heat is a great way to treat. Hot springs, spas, mud baths and even just sitting in the sun have long been recognised as a source of comfort and relaxation. Heat, or more specifically warmth, has been used for alleviating aches and pains for millennia, think back to Roman baths all the way through Victorian Spa towns to modern day jacuzzis, hot tubs and saunas.
Whereas ice treatments are more beneficial at the beginning of an injury heat is better applied a few days after any initial injury or sciatica flare up. By gently heating the affected area with warmth you’re helping with the healing process in a number of ways:
How does heat help with healing sciatic pain.
- Reduces stiffness aiding mobility
- By stimulating an area with warmth you improve blood flow which aides healing
- Heat helps with soreness and pain
- Helps to relax muscles
- Warmth has always been psychologically perceived as comforting, think of hugs and snuggling under the duvet.
Why is heat such a good sciatic pain reliever?
- Non pharmaceutical – no side effects
- Pain relief naturally
- Feel relief quite quickly
- Can be very low cost
- Easily accessible
- Can be used several times a day unlike tablets
- With heat rubs, gels and patches can be used anywhere
- Many heat treatments allow you to carry on with your day while using
If you have lower back pain that radiates down both legs then here are our best recommendations.
Please be aware some of the heat wraps can also be used cold!
The best: Homedics ShiatsuMax Heated Massage Chair
What users said: “Really helps with my sciatica and back pain used 3 times a week”.
“I have been crippled with back pain for over 10 years. One of my best ever buys”!
Highly recommended: Infrared Heat Lamp with timer
What users said: “Definitely recommend“.
“It’s worth the small extra to have the timer ability”.
Highly recommended: Infrared Waist Heating Pad
What users said: “I have lumbar problems and this really helps with my sciatica pain”.
I have a L5/S1 bulge and this belt, for relaxing the muscles, is great”.
Highly recommended: Magic Gel Hot/Cold Back Pain Wrap
What users said: “For sciatica it’s fantastic. Really comfortable”.
“They work a treat for sciatica”.
Highly recommended: Neck & Back Shiatsu Massage Pillow
What users said: “Bought this for some relief of my sciatica and it does help”.
“I have sciatica very bad just now. This gave great relief”.
Highly recommended: Hotties Soothing Back Wrap
What users said: “I was recommended this by a work friend for my sciatica and I love it”!
“Would really recommend to anyone suffering problems with their back”.
Highly recommended: Large Reusable Gel Ice/ Heat Pack
What users said: “For relieving pain this works perfectly”.
“To reduce swelling and relieve pain this has been fantastic”.
Highly recommended: Hangsun Electric Heating Pad
What users said: “This has been an amazing product for my mum who suffers from chronic back pain”.
“I have hip and back problems and this takes the edge off allowing me to relax”.
Highly recommended: Memory Foam Heated Massage Mat
What users said: “This is definitely helping with my sciatic pain”.
“For a long time now I have had chronic pain. The heat and vibration from this is amazing”.
Highly recommended: Heating Pad with Auto Shut Off
What users said: “I have one of these and I love it”!
“It’s amazing”.
Highly recommended: ThermaCare Large Lower Back Heat Wrap
What users said: “For sciatica these are a big help”.
“Easy to use and comfy. Great at managing sciatica”.
Highly recommended: Cura Heat Pain Relief Heat Patch
What users said: “Great temporary relief for pain”.
“My partner swears by these. Superb”.
Highly recommended: Hotspot Devils Claw Heat Rub
What users said: “For damaged nerve pain this is a saviour! A LITTLE goes a long way”.
“Worked like a dream for my lower back pain”.
If you’ve got any other heat treatments for sciatica tips please get in touch through the contact page. Also please check here for other natural at home cures for sciatica pain.