My hip joints and right buttock ache (sciatica) and are stiff. I regularly exercise but I have an office job where I am sitting for long periods of time. Is there anything I can do to help it?
Possible causes of hip pain and buttock stiffness:
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Sciatica - caused by the sciatic nerve being pinched due to postural
misalignment or inflammation of the nerves due to damage of the
vertebra in the back. The pain radiates from the lower back to the
buttocks, thigh, calf and foot.
- Muscle weakness due to protein deficiency, CoQ10, Magnesium or B
Vitamin deficiencies which are commonly associated with the symptoms
you are experiencing.
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Electrolyte imbalances of magnesium and potassium. These nutrients
feed the muscles by providing important cofactors to potentiate energy
within the muscles and ensure proper nerve conduction to the
muscles. Many women are deficient in these nutrients due to stress,
menstrual irregularities, pharmaceutical medications, use of the oral
contraceptive pill, nervous system or mental diseases.
- Poor posture or repetitive strain injury (i.e. sitting in a non-ergonomic chair at your work desk
- Arthritic joints which manifest as either hot, inflammed joints or cold, clicking joints.
- Overexercising causing micro trauma to the muscles and tendons or
movements which are not properly supported by engaged muscles. A build
up of lactic acid in the muscles and joints can leave them feeling weak
and painful after exercise.
Natural supplements for stiff joints and muscles.
- Vitamin B12 (administered via intramuscular injection) may reduce the Pain associated with Sciatica.
- Lipoic acid promotes circulation, oxygenation and ATP production within the muscles.
- Herbs to promote skeletal muscle relaxation and pain relief are: Chamomile, ginger, ginkgo, kava, hops, korean ginseng, siberian ginseng, devils claw, tienchi ginseng, boswellia, noni, zizyphus, mexican valerian, passionflower and willowbark.
- Acupuncture may help to reduce pain and inflammation of the musculoskeletal system.
- Fish Oil contains Omega 3 essential fatty acids which are highly anti-inflammatory for the muscles and joints.
- Rosemary oil, Tiger Balm or Natures Remedy Pain Relief cream (oil applied topically) may alleviate aches and pains and provide temporary relief.
