Advantage Rehab Inc_Sciatica : Back Pain

Do you experience pain in the buttock, leg, or even your foot? If so, you may be experiencing sciatica. Sciatica is a common form of back and leg pain that is often misunderstood by sufferers. People frequently have questions about what sciatica is, why it occurs and how to find relief from the intense pain it can cause from the low back down to the feet.

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Getting To Know The Advantage Rehab Staff ASHLEY KUHNAU, PTA

Ashley Kuhnau is a Physical Therapist Assistant with Advantage Rehab Inc. A 2002 graduate of Lake Area Technical Institute in SD with an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy and has been with Advantage Rehab Inc. from the beginning. She enjoys getting to know and treating patients as well as helping them discover their unique learning styles and areas of growth. It is important to her that each individual she is fortunate to treat as a patient understand their body and their symptoms, and never leave without a full understanding of their injury and why they feel what they do. Over the past 10 years I have gained a great understanding of those who suffer with chronic pain which is a growing issue for many. I have been able to sharpened my skills in neck and back pain and have been able to not only treat, but educate patients in how to live life with their pain. I’ve enjoyed this challenge and have been able to help others in this challenge that they face. I also enjoy all the duties that come with managing the clinic by making sure patient care, scheduling, billing, communication with doctors and marketing are all in check.

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STAND UP TO SCIATICA “ Bring in The New Year By Fulfilling Your Pain Free Resolution! ”

INSIDE:

• Relieve Sciatica Pain Naturally • Holiday Recipe • Relieve Back Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight • Thank You!

for sciatica fail to find a treatable cause. With a new imaging technique called magnetic resonance neurography, 69% of the patients were found to have a trapped sciatic nerve deep in the buttock by a muscle called the piriformis. It is known that in about 25% of the general population, the sciatic nerve pierces through the piriformis muscle and can be susceptible to abnormal pressure and irritation. Why Does Sciatica Occur? If there are changes in posture, muscle strength or pelvic alignment, the nerve can be compressed which leads to the quite common low back and sciatic nerve pains. The sciatic nerve is the longest and largest nerve in your body. It even reaches down to the foot and therefore, can be irritated anywhere along its path. With sciatica, the consequent ache can be felt anywhere from the base of the spine, the buttocks or the back of the thigh and legs. Even tingling sensations in the toes can be attributed at times to the impingement of the sciatic nerve.

Discussing Back Pain and Relief with Mike Savageau, PT

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Do you experience pain in the buttock, leg, or even your foot? If so, you may be experiencing sciatica. Sciatica is a common form of back and leg pain that is often misunderstood by sufferers. People frequently have questions about what sciatica is, why it occurs MIKE SAVAGEAU PT/CEO/Owner

back down to the feet.

If you are suffering from sciatica, it is important to find its root cause. Many people often think an x-ray or expensive MRI is first needed to figure out what is causing pain. Having a lot of tests doesn’t mean you will find its root cause. Recent studies show that nearly 1 million of MRIs done

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RELIEVE SCIATICA PAIN NATURALLY Bad Habits Can Increase Your Pain

Some seemingly harmless habits can also contribute to the irritation of the sciatic nerve. A frequent bad habit is crossing of the legs for extended periods, which puts pressure on the nerve. In addition, sitting for long periods is bad for your spine. It is possible for you to prevent

or relieve sciatica simply by improving your posture. Physical Therapy Relieves Sciatica

The specialists at Advantage Rehab Inc. play a crucial role in evaluating and treating sciatica, as well as other common back problems. Our physical therapists are medical experts with years of training to evaluate your back problem, finding the root cause of your sciatica. An individualized treatment plan is created to guide you through the recovery process and maximize your success. When coming to Advantage Rehab Inc., our friendly and knowledgeable therapists spend time with you. We train you on specific and easy exercises that will relieve the pain in your back and legs. In addition, our specialized hands-on therapy helps to gently loosen tight muscles and joints in your spine and legs. Your pain is quickly relieved and your flexibility restored, so you can feel like yourself again. Our cutting-edge treatments are doctor recommended and are specifically designed for you to reach your healthcare goals. Knowing all this should give you a headstart in warding off painful sciatica. After all, it may be as simple as learning to stand tall.

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Holiday Recipe

Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.

INGREDIENTS • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/2 cup butter, softened • 1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread • 1/2 cup sugar • 1/2 cup brown sugar CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT BISCOTTI

SINGLE KNEE TO CHEST STRETCH Lie on your back and bring one knee to your chest, keeping the other foot flat on the floor. Keep your lower back pressed to the floor. Hold for at least 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat 2 to 4 times with each leg. Loosens Low Back www.simpleset.net

• 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 3/4 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts

DIRECTIONS Preheat theoven to375degreesF. Inamediumbowlcombine theflour,bakingpowder, bakingsoda,andsalt. Inanothermediumbowlcombine thebutter,chocolatehazelnut spread,sugar,andbrownsugar.Usinganelectricmixer,cream the ingredients together, about4minutes.Add theeggandvanillaandbeatuntilsmooth,about1minute.Using a wooden spoon, stir in the flour mixture until combined. Add the hazelnuts and stir until combined. Spoon out the cookie dough onto a cookie sheet, spacing the mounds about 4 inches apart. Use the tines of a fork to flatten the cookie dough. Bake until lightly golden around the edges, about 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let cool.

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Patient Success Spotlight

“I will always recommend Advantage Rehab to anyone who has any type of medical issue that needs therapy! The treatment I received from the staff was excellent and very professional each and every time. They were able to work their magic on me after our car accident in a minimal amount of time. They always had my best interest in mind and they didn’t prescribe treatment that wasn’t necessary to get me back on my feet. Can actually say I miss seeing them! Thanks Ashley and Mike for all you did for me!” - Teresa S. Able to work their magic on me after our car accident in a minimal amount of time!

Wewant to thankyou forbeingacurrentorpastpatientofAdvantage Rehab Inc.! We appreciate the opportunity to serve and heal our community. Now is the time for cooking, shopping, holiday parties, travel and many other activities that keep you busy. At Advantage Rehab Inc. we understand that you need to have all the energy you can get and move freely without pain, to keep up with the demands of the season. Come back in if you are not moving like you should. We are here to help!

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