EPISODE · Jul 31, 2026 · 8 MIN
How to Diagnose Sciatica at Home (3 Tests + 3 Exercises to Fix It)
from Low Back Pain Podcast · host Dr. Grant Elliott
Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfreeSubmit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! www.therehabfix.com/low-back-programTo view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix www.instagram.com/rehabfixSciatica pain, disc herniation, and lower back pain can feel very similar, but treating the wrong condition is one of the biggest reasons people stay in pain for months or even years. In this video, you'll learn how to diagnose sciatica at home using 3 simple self-tests, followed by 3 proven exercises designed to reduce sciatic nerve pain, improve spinal mobility, and help you recover safely.I'm Dr. Grant Elliott, founder of RehabFix. We've helped thousands of people overcome sciatica, herniated discs, disc bulges, and chronic lower back pain through our one-on-one online coaching program.Today, I'll show you how to identify whether your symptoms are coming from nerve tension, piriformis syndrome, or a disc herniation, so you can stop guessing and start treating the real cause.In This Video You'll Learn:✅ How to diagnose sciatica at home in under one minute✅ The Slump Test to check for sciatic nerve tension✅ How to identify piriformis syndrome and nerve irritation✅ How to tell if a disc herniation is causing your sciatica✅ 3 effective exercises to reduce sciatic nerve pain naturallyWhether you're dealing with sciatica pain, leg pain, numbness, tingling, a herniated disc, or chronic lower back pain, these simple tests and exercises will help you better understand what's causing your symptoms and what to do next.📲 Want a personalized recovery plan?Text “PAIN” to +1 (317) 751-9509 and get my FREE Back Pain Fix DemoApply for my 1:1 Online Low Back Program: www.therehabfix.com/low-back-programHundreds of free videos on Instagram: @rehabfix www.instagram.com/rehabfix⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – How to know if you really have sciatica00:45 – Why most sciatica treatments fail01:35 – Test #1: Slump Test (Sciatic Nerve Tension)02:30 – Test #2: Piriformis Test03:20 – Test #3: Disc Herniation Standing Test04:15 – Understanding your results05:10 – Exercise #1: Quadruped Spinal Decompression06:20 – Exercise #2: Moving Pigeon Nerve Mobilization07:35 – Exercise #3: Single Leg Bear Core Stability09:00 – Why you need a personalized recovery planKeywords That Brought You Here;how to diagnose sciatica,how to diagnose sciatica at home,how to detect sciatica,how to detect sciatica pain,how to diagnose sciatica problems,how to get sciatica diagnosed,how to rule out sciatica,how to cure sciatica permanently,sciatica exercises,how to fix sciatica pain at home,how to fix sciatica pain long term,immediate relief for sciatica pain,sciatica pain relief,sciatic nerve pain,pinched nerve in lower back,leg pain treatment,hamstring pain relief,disc herniation,lower back pain,herniated disc,nerve tension,piriformis syndrome,RehabFix#sciatica #sciaticapain #discherniation #lowerbackpain #backpain #sciaticnerve #backpainrelief #physicaltherapy #rehabfix #mobility
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