Try it, and you won’t regret it! Sciatica is an inflammation of one of the nerve roots of the spinal cord. It often begins suddenly, like a lightning strike on a clear day: a sharp pain erupts in the back after a small awkward movement. Statistically, every eighth person over the age of 50 suffers from sciatica.
Recently, this disease has noticeably become more common among younger people. It is no longer just middle-aged and elderly individuals who complain of sciatica, but also young adults—especially professional athletes and those engaged in mental work, such as people whose jobs require sitting at a computer for hours on end.
The main symptom of sciatica is pain. Its exact location depends directly on which section of the spine the inflamed nerve root is in. Based on the location of the injury, sciatica is classified into several types:
- Cervical sciatica (neck area);
- Cervicobrachial sciatica (neck and shoulder area);
- Thoracic sciatica (mid-back area);
- Lumbar sciatica (lower back area), which can be either acute or chronic.
Among these types, lumbar sciatica is the most common. It involves damage to the nerve roots of the spinal cord in the lumbar and sacral regions. This condition typically arises against the background of degenerative processes such as osteochondrosis or herniated discs in the spine’s joints. It tends to become chronic and has a high rate of recurrence. Lumbar sciatica mostly affects middle-aged and elderly individuals.
This disease is most frequently experienced by people who work under unfavorable climatic conditions or endure heavy physical strain. The pain caused by lumbar sciatica varies in nature and location; typically, it radiates along the sciatic nerve and intensifies with movement, walking, or bending.
Today, I want to share a unique recipe prepared by my grandmother—a truly miraculous remedy.
To prepare the mixture, you will need:
- 10 fresh red chili peppers: wash them thoroughly, remove the stems, and chop them finely. This will yield about one cup of chopped chili.
Transfer the chopped peppers into a one-liter jar. Add two cups of olive oil and place the jar in a dark place, such as a cupboard. After one week, strain the contents of the jar through a cloth or gauze.
You can freeze the strained peppers to use later as a spicy addition to your meals. Use the strained oil by rubbing it onto the painful areas of your body.
Initially, apply the oil several times a day to the affected joints. After applying the oil, it’s important to wear warm socks. You will likely feel a burning sensation on your skin, but this is pleasant rather than painful. The chili deeply warms the skin without causing any burns.
For one or two months, you can continue this treatment, applying the oil once a week as maintenance. If your joints suddenly remind you of themselves during weather changes, use the oil immediately to relieve discomfort.
