Oakland PT: Understanding Herniated Discs

Treatment for Herniated Discs

Treatment for Herniated Discs Painassociatedwithaherniateddiscoftendevelops in thesciaticanerve, and doesn’t subside with simple rest and relaxation. While hot and cold therapy will help alleviate the pain associated with many different back issues, it won’t make the pain of a herniated disc go away. The pain is often frequently associated with numbness, weakness, and tingling in the legs. In many situations, the pain will feel more severe after initial movement,suchasstandingupor layingdown.Manypeoplemistakenly refer to having a herniated disc as having “pinched a nerve,” but that is not the case. Physical therapy isagreat resource forattempting toovercome thepain associated with a herniated disc. A combination of passive and active techniques is typically employed, including deep tissue massage, hot and cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and hydrotherapy, as well as deep stretching and strength building. If you suspect that you may have a herniated disc, contact a physical therapist right away. Attempting to engage in therapy at home could lead to further injury. It is best to have an experienced therapist assess your injury before attempting any treatment options.

At Oakland Physical Therapy, we train you on the best way to attain and hold your posture throughout the day. We help you relieve your back pain quickly while improving your posture for maximum long term results! Call Today!

Healthy Zucchini Linguine Recipe

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INGREDIENTS • 1 lb tomatoes, finely chopped • 1 tablespoon chopped basil • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 2 teaspoons kosher salt • 1 small red chile, seeded & minced • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 12 ounces linguine • 3 baby zucchini, thinly sliced • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

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Wearecurrently insearchfor theperfectaddition toadd toourwonderful team.Theposition ispart time:25-35hoursperweek,with thepotential of full-time in the future and is an exceptional opportunity for a Front Office Specialist. This position coordinates the front office activities and functions as the first point of contact between the practice and its patients.TheFrontOfficeSpecialisthandlescommunicationwithpatients, clinicians,physicians, insurancecompanies,and thebillingdepartment. We are looking for an individual who is proactive, positive, outgoing, self-motivated, and has good verbal and written communication skills. This position offers tremendous growth and development. If you are interested, please email your resume to mail@oaklandphysicaltherapy.com

INSTRUCTIONS In a large bowl, toss the tomatoes with the basil, parsley, garlic, salt, chile and olive oil. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine; drain well. Add the linguine to the bowl along with the sliced zucchini and toss. Add the 1/4 cup of grated cheese, toss again and serve in bowls, passing more cheese at the table.

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