Why Do I Need This Back Brace for Sciatica? Compression is a key component for those trying to reduce their sciatica pain and discomfort. Although many individuals have symptoms occurring in the legs and buttock region, the underlying cause of the pain originates in your lumbar back region. This is why wearing a brace that applies such pressure and compression is vital. This brace also allows easy hot/cold therapy as it has a pocket designed for hot and cold packets. Read below for more great features of the brace and to learn more about sciatica! Features of the Lumbar Brace for Pinched Nerve In Back Treatment: Sciatica Pain Treatment Provides Support and Compression This 9” tall lumbar belt works to compress and support the lower spine to remedy a pinched nerve. The belt for lower back treatment contours to the shape of your body, making it customizable for anyone. Sciatica Brace Features Double Pull Tension Straps The double pull tension straps of this lumbosacral support belt help maximize the amount of pressure applied to your back. These straps are easily tightened/loosened for your desired level of compression. Comfortable, Flexible, and Customizable Design The brace is lightweight and thin, yet supportive allowing it to be worn over or underneath your clothing. In addition, the comfort of the premium-quality neoprene and elastic material allows for day or nighttime wear. This braces low profile and everyday use design ensure your sciatica a quick recovery. This lumbar band can be worn by men and women of all ages; during the day at work or at home, at night while you're sleeping, or even during activities like walking or working out at the gym. Sciatica Back Brace Includes Back Pocket for Hot/Cold Inserts Adding to its benefits, this pain reliever brace effectively helps sciatica through featured pockets that hold a gel insert for hot or cold therapy, the best form of treatment for a pinched nerve. Hot and cold therapy is tremendous solutions for lumbar pinched nerves because they reduce any type of inflammation causing pain. The hot and cold therapy gel insert stays flexible, allowing the device to conform to the shape of your body. On top of this, you can also purchase an additional pressure pad to help with your compression therapy. The pressure pad works to reduce pain by adding pressure to the affected area. These inserts will ensure your sciatica it’s quickest and most effective form of recovery. Wide Range of Sizes from Small up to 4XL Plus Size This sciatic nerve treatment brace comes in sizes ranging from S all the way up to 4XL, fitting hip/waist circumferences of 26”-86”. The size variations help fit any individual, even those considered large or plus size individuals. What’s the Difference Between Sciatica and a Pinched Nerve? People often misunderstand what sciatica is versus a pinched nerve. True sciatica is actually a symptom of some form of nerve compression. This means that sciatica is the name for the pain that you feel (usually in your leg) because you have a pinch in the nerve in your lower lumbar back. The term “sciatica” is not an actual medical diagnosis in and of itself. Rather, it’s used to describe the symptoms (chronic leg pain) of an underlying medical problem (a pinched nerve in your back). Most often, people refer to sciatica when they are experiencing leg pain. Other symptoms may include leg numbness, pain while sitting down, burning, tingling, and other types of buttocks, thigh, or calf pain.