If you’ve experienced back pain, and even leg pain, you might have a deeper issue. Your minor aches and pinched nerves could be symptomatic of sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable.
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H E A L T H N EWS L E T T E R
STOP SCIATICA IN ITS TRACKS
If you’ve experienced back pain, and even leg pain, you might have a deeper issue. Your minor aches and pinched nerves could be symptomatic of sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable. WHAT IS SCIATICA? Sciatica is pain that radiates alongside the sciatic nerve. This nerve, which branches from your lower back — spanning across your hips, buttocks and legs — can be injured or stressed in several ways. The most common cause of sciatica-related pain is inflammation along the spine, where compressed nerves are aggravated. While sciatica pain can be intense, it is treatable. A lot of sciatica cases, in fact, can be resolved without operation — and within just a few weeks. Even if you’ve suffered severe sciatica spawned from leg weakness, bladder changes or nerve issues, there’s still hope.
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SCIATICA + RECOVERY
HOW MOVEMENT MATTERS CAN HELP At Movement Matter will identify and address the ROOT cause of your sciatica. Sciatica is just a symptom of components of your body not performing the way they are designed to. For example, a previous left ankle injury that was not fully rehabilitated will lead to mobility limitations. When there are mobility limitations at the left ankle you will shift to the right. When you shift to the right your hip and spine become compressed, disrupting the function of the sciatic nerve. If you only treat the site of pain you will never SOLVE your problem. Our 1 on 1, individualized, root cause approach will allow you to get back to a life without limitation!
WHAT CAUSES SCIATICA? In most cases, sciatica occurs when one of the back’s discs are herniated. It can also happen if the spine narrows — an effect called spinal stenosis. As we age, our backs undergo a lot of stress. This stress takes a toll, causing inflammation in several areas. If this inflammation reaches a certain point, it may compress these nerves — resulting in pain. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SCIATICA? Sciatica back pain is normally noticed as a pain radiating from the lower back. Often, this pain extends to the buttock, spiraling down the leg and extending to the calf. If you’re suffering from sciatica, you might feel the discomfort anywhere along this nerve pathway. The pain itself can be dull, aching or even sharp. In some cases, the compressed nerve may feel like it burns. In other cases, the compressed nerve may simply issue a sharp jolt of pain. Some people experiencing sciatica may experience leg numbness, tingling or weakness. If sciatica isn’t treated, it can hinder mobility altogether.
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Sources https://www.webmd.com/back-pain/what-is-sciatica#1 https://www.medicinenet.com/sciatica/article.htm https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sciatica/symptoms-causes/syc-20377435 https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/7619.php
EXERCISE ESSENTIALS
Perform This Exercise To Relieve Sciatica Pain In Minutes!
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FOUR POINT TRUNK FLEXION & EXTENSION
Start on hands and knees. Arch your back up to the ceiling as high as you comfortably can, and hold. Then, arch your back the opposite direction as low as you comfortably can, and hold. Repeat 6 times.
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PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
NATURAL ALLERGY RELIEF
Spring is in the air, but so are heavy amounts of pollen and allergens, clouding your senses and making your day-to-day outings and once- enjoyable spring picnics and cookouts miserable. If you’re tired of allergens getting the best of you and your spring fun, try some of these tips to resolve your allergies naturally without the use of allergy medicine or prescriptions. 1.LIMIT YOUR TIME OUTDOORS. Each spring, trees release billions of tiny pollen grains into the air. When you happen to breathe those granules into your nose and lungs, they can trigger an allergic reaction, ranging anywhere from simple sneezes to wheezing or even lightheadedness. Pollen counts are highest on windy days and in the early morning hours, so limiting your time outside during those hours can spare you much of those symptoms. 2.GET NATURAL RELIEF. Another helpful solution for allergies is using herbal remedies. Extracts and herbal formulas such as butterbur or the chinese biminne is rumored to relieve these symptoms. One study found that people who took biminne five times a day for 12 weeks still felt the benefits a year later! 3.TWEAK YOUR HOME. Simple changes in the home can make a difference. Shut all the windows to keep out pollen. Instead of using a fan that draws in air from the outside, use an air conditioner to cool your home on warmer days. Keep allergens outside by taking off your shoes at the door and asking guests to do the same. Lastly, don’t allow smoking inside the home, as smoking can worsen allergy symptoms. Don’t let allergies keep you from enjoying your spring vacation and missing out on family fun! If you’re looking for ways to eliminate allergy symptoms without using drugs, you have options!
My body started spiraling downward, about 2 years ago after doing Crossfit. I finally had to give it up and see a doctor for my lower back pain, which was becoming a real issue for me in my daily life. Being an active person, I was determined to keep working out but was afraid. I found Nick while doing physical therapy and trusted I could work out in a safe way with his guidance. I was amazed at how the simplest of movements could have such a big impact. My back improved drastically. Unfortunately, I started to have shoulder mobility issues out of nowhere, which slowed me down with movement, but Nick came to the rescue for that as well. He attacked the problem at the root cause. It’s like he is my personal body mechanic! When the parts go, he fixes them. I never thought I would get back the range of motion in my shoulders, but with Nick’s hard work and determination, I got there. He will do whatever it takes to get the result, which is one of the things I admire most about him. He puts a lot of effort and thought into everything he does. Nick is a priority in my very busy schedule. I truly believe this is the best investment in my future, and I am grateful for the opportunity. Thank you Nick!
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SPINACH-STUFFED MUSHROOMS
INGREDIENTS • 20 medium mushrooms • 1/4 cup chopped shallots, scallions or onion
• 1/2 tsp soy sauce • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach • 1/2 cup Plain Oikos Organic Greek Yogurt • Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
DIRECTIONS Wash the mushrooms and carefully remove the stems without breaking the caps. Finely chop the stems. Combine the shallots, garlic and vinegar in a small skillet or saucepan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chopped mushroom stems and soy sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, until the mushrooms soften and release their juices. Add the spinach and cook, continuing to stir, until it is wilted and the liquid in the pan is absorbed. Remove from the heat and let cool for a few minutes, then stir in the yogurt. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Stuff the spinach filling into the mushroom caps. Place the mushrooms in a baking pan and bake for 20 minutes, until tender. Remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes for the filling to set before serving. Yields 20 mushrooms.
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