Health & Wellness Newsletter by Fleming Physical Therapy
Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
RYANPEZZANO, PT Getting To Know The Fleming Physical Therapy Staff
I graduated cum laude with a BS in Physical Therapy and a minor in Biology from Daemen College. I have been practicing in outpatient orthopedics for 16 years and have treated a vast array of cases including post-surgical, athletic, neurological and pediatric. I have taken a variety of continuing education courses covering topics such as the spine, ankle foot biomechanics, orthotics fabrication, the shoulder and the knee. I currently run an orthotics and biomechanics program and have fitted orthotics for awide range of individuals includingmajor college and professional athletes. I have presented at two ankle foot conferences given by AMC geared towards educating primary care physicians about the ankle/foot. I have also appeared on Health Link with Benita Zahn on WMHT to present on LBP and proper body mechanics. I believe in an eclectic approach to the treatment of my patients. Manual physical therapy, active
exercise based physical therapy, and the use of a variety of treatment modalities are all utilized in order to provide the most effective treatment option for the patient. I strongly believe that each patient is unique and as such, requires an individualized treatment program tailored to their physical therapy needs. It is only when the therapist and the patient are working together, that maximum rehabilitation goals can be met.
Inside: • Treating Sciatica Naturally
• Stand Up To Sciatica
• Relieve Back Pain In Minutes
• Patient Success Spotlight
STAND UP TO SCIATICA Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body “Accomplish New Hobbies Without Any Distractions!”
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.
ROBERT FLEMING PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, Owner
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 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, theconsequentachecanbe feltanywhere from thebaseof thespine, 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.
Patient Success Spotlight
You just don’t seem to get this kind of attention everywhere you go!
“I always feel so welcome and feel like I am the most important person to them when I am in the office. You just don’t seem to get this kind of attention everywhere you go. It is the reason I would highly recommend anyone I know to go to Fleming Physical Therapy. They are the best!” – S.F.
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“How Much Do You Know About Back Treatment?” TREATING SCIATICA NATURALLY Bad Habits Can Increase Your Pain
Some seemingly harmless habits can also contribute to the irritation of the sciaticnerve.A frequentbadhabit iscrossingof the legs forextendedperiods, 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 Fleming 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 Fleming 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 quikly 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, 2005Volume 2,Number 2.AaronG. Filler,M.D.,Ph.D., JodeanHaynes,B.A., Sheldon E. Jordan,M.D., Joshua Prager,M.D., J. Pablo Villablanca,M.D.,Keyvan Farahani, Ph.D.,DuncanQ.Mcbride,M.D., Jay S. Tsuruda,M.D.,BrannonMorisoli,B.A.,UlrichBatzdorf,M.D.,andJ.PatrickJohnson,M.D.
Healthy Recipe
EASY HOT APPLE CIDER
INGREDIENTS • 1 (64 fluid ounce) bottle apple cider • 3 cinnamon sticks
• 1 teaspoon whole allspice • 1 teaspoon whole cloves • 1/3 cup brown sugar
DIRECTIONS In a slow cooker, combine apple cider and cinnamon sticks. Wrap allspice and cloves in a small piece of cheesecloth, and add to pot. Stir in brown sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, and keep warm.
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Refer A Friend
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If you are experiencing these symptoms talk to us at Fleming Physical Therapy
Do You Have Friends Or Family Unable To Do The Following:
Inability to look up comfortably Difficulty getting in and out of bed Joint pain and/or stiffness Unable to enjoy leisure activities Difficulty reaching for high things
Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help? � Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely � Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle
Limited ability to exercise Unable to work due to pain Pain or trouble driving
If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Fleming Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an appointment.
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ABDOMINAL BRACING Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat on floor. Place your hands on the front of your pelvis and contract your deep core. Straighten one knee. Return foot to the starting position. Alternate legs one at a time. Repeat 10 times on both sides. Strengthens Core
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