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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• Christmas Traditions • At this time of year I love to ask each of my patients about their Christmas traditions. I’m always curious to find out which Christmas traditions spark their greatest memories. Some answer with traditions that involve food, some involve caroling and singing around the piano, others are about gathering at a specific place (Grandma’s house), and many include an exchange of gifts. One of my favorite traditions growing up was participating in what our family called “Operation Turkey Drop”. Leading up to Thanksgiving my parents would learn of struggling family that we would deliver a Thanksgiving meal to anonymously. We would sneak up to the door, drop off a box with all the food for a great Thanksgiving meal, ring the doorbell and run off before they could come to the door. After Thanksgiving, our tradition changed to “Operation Santa Claus”. Once again my parents would select another family that was maybe down on their luck or needed some help at Christmas time. We would go shopping for the family and then deliver a box of food and gifts to the doorstep before ringing the doorbell and running off. The best part was always hiding in nearby bushes or behind a tree as we watched the families come to the door. Seeing the emotion on the faces of the parents and the happiness in the children’s faces taught me a wonderful lesson about the joy of giving. It was a gift my parents gave to me while I was growing up. What are your traditions? I hope you continue to pass them down to other family members so the memories can live on! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!
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David Hawkins
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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.
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. 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 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
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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 The specialists at Achieve Physical Therapy 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 Achieve Physical Therapy, 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 head start in warding off painful sciatica. After all, it may be as simple as learning to stand tall. Journal of neurosurgery: Spine Feb, 2005 Volume 2, Number 2. Aaron G. Filler, M.D., Ph.D., Jodean Haynes, B.A., SheldonE.Jordan,M.D.,JoshuaPrager,M.D.,J.PabloVillablanca,M.D.,KeyvanFarahani,Ph.D.,DuncanQ.Mcbride, M.D., JayS.Tsuruda,M.D.,BrannonMorisoli,B.A.,UlrichBatzdorf,M.D., and J.Patrick Johnson,M.D. or relieve sciatica simply by improving your posture. Physical Therapy Relieves Sciatica
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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 • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 3/4 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
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“My results were beyond my expectations!” “II was recovering from a bunionectomy when I first came to Achieve Physical Therapy. My surgeon recommended some therapy since my foot was swollen. From the very first visit I had relief but that was not on Dave’s mind. He wanted me to be better. So after weeks of therapy, I have no limp and a stronger lower body. I was treated with respect by all who work for Achieve. I actually looked forward to coming in and am feeling pretty good! My results were beyond my expectations and am happy with my progress.” - Claudia
“I feel like I am finding myself again. Thanks Dave!” “I had a total hip replacement. I had been struggling with hip and back pain. It was very difficult to stand for over 20-30 minutes without pain and my flexibility was really going- I couldn’t even tie my shoes on my left side. Because of this, I hadn’t exercised for years. With physical therapy, I have gained strength. I can walk anywhere, be on my feet all day, tie my shoes, and generally do anything I want to try to do now. I am even getting back to exercising. Having been a very active person in the past, I feel like I am finding myself again. Thanks Dave!” - Becky
“I have not worn any brace on the ankle for many weeks. I can pretty much do whatever I desire now.” “I came into Achieve PhysicalTherapy with a sprained, swollen ankle which included frequent pain and limited mobility.Therapy has greatly improved my strength and mobility in the ankle with no more swelling. I have not worn any brace on the ankle for many weeks. I can pretty much do whatever I desire now. I will continue with exercises at home. ” - Stephen
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