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Decoding the Onset of Herniated Discs: Is There an Age Connection?

on July 5, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Herniated discs are a common condition that affects people of various age groups. However, many individuals wonder at what age they typically start to become a concern. This article explores the age range when herniated discs are more ...

Tips and Exercises for Sciatic Nerve Pain Relief

on July 3, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica is a condition that causes pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower spine to the feet, is compressed or irritated by a herniated disc, ...

Exercise vs. Rest for Sciatica Pain

on June 28, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

If you have ever experienced sciatica, you know how painful and debilitating it can be. Sciatica is a condition that affects the sciatic nerve, which is the longest and thickest nerve in your body. The sciatic nerve runs from your lower ...

How to Relieve Sciatica Pain with Massage Therapy

on June 23, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the lower back, buttocks, legs, and feet. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower spine to the foot, is compressed or irritated by a herniated ...

Understanding the Final Stages of Sciatica

on June 19, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica is a condition that causes pain, numbness, and weakness in the lower back and legs. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower spine to the feet, is compressed or irritated by a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or ...

How to Bodybuild Safely with a Herniated Disc

on June 14, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Bodybuilding is a physically demanding activity that requires a lot of strength and endurance. However, if you have a herniated disc, you may wonder if it is still safe to engage in bodybuilding. A herniated disc occurs when the gel-like ...

Understanding Sciatica: How Long Can It Last?

on June 9, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the human body, becomes compressed or irritated by a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or other factors. The ...

Signs that Indicate Sciatica Is Worsening

on May 24, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica typically subsides within a matter of weeks or months when patients are diligent about managing the symptoms. However, there are times when sciatica may get worse, although it can be difficult to tell if this is happening, since ...

Sciatica’s 4 Stages

on May 15, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

When Italian anatomist Domenico Cotugno wrote what is considered the first known book on sciatica in 1764, he described it as a "nervous disease." Cotugno was not too far off the mark. In fact, sciatica is a nerve-based condition that ...

Can People Get Herniated Discs When They're Younger?

Understanding Herniated Discs in Young People

on May 10, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Herniated discs are a common spinal condition that can cause pain, numbness, and weakness in the back, neck, arms, or legs. They occur when the soft inner material of a disc (the cushion between the vertebrae) bulges out through a tear or ...

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