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Stand Up To Your Sciatica
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 deeper issues. You might be facing sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable. Inside, we’ll cover sciatica back pain. 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. Mayo Clinic has pinpointed the most common cause of sciatica-related pain: inflammation along the spine, where compressed nerves are aggravated. While sciatica pain can be great, it can be treated. A lot of sciatica cases, in fact, can be resolved without operation — and in a few weeks. Even if you’ve suffered severe sciatica spawned from leg weakness, bladder changes or nerve issues, there’s still hope. What Causes Sciatica? In most cases, sciatica occurs when one of the back’s disks is 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. If you’re suffering from sciatica, you might feel the discomfort anywhere along this nerve pathway. The pain can even extend to the calf. The pain itself can be dull, aching or even sharp. In some cases, the compressed nerve may feel like it burns, causing considerable pain. In other cases, the compressed nerve may simply issue a sharp jolt of pain. Some people experiencing sciatica may even have leg numbness, tingling or weakness. If sciatica isn’t treated, it can hinder mobility altogether. How Physical Therapy Can Help with Sciatica If you’re experiencing sciatica, contact a physician immediately. Medical News Today asserts that over-the-counter painkillers may alleviate pain, but in-depth physical therapy is often needed. Physical therapy can reduce sciatica compression by carefully introducing exercises and relaxing treatments. These treatments, hand picked by medical professionals, can completely eliminate sciatica over time. If you’re experiencing back pain, don’t wait. Call one of our professionals today, and ask about physical therapy options. Your mobility is important, and your back can absolutely be healed.
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
Are you letting back pain hold you back? Call 303.745.0803 to schedule your appointment today!
A 30 Second Self-Test For Sciatica
Do you have back pain or leg pain while standing or walking? Do you have a shooting pain in your leg when you stand up? Do you need to sit down for a minute for the pain to go away? If you answered yes to any of these questions, please consider taking this quick 30 Second Self-Test for Sciatica 1. Sitting on a chair, look down. 2. Straighten one leg, with toes in the air. 3. Repeat for the other side.
What it means: If the leg with pain, numbness or tingling does not go up as high as the other leg, you likely have Sciatica. Your next step is to see what is causing the pressure on your sciatic nerve. Call us to schedule an appointment... Colorado Injury
Treatment Center can help you relieve your Sciatica pain.
Staff Spotlight
Attend our upcoming workshop!
CAROLYN IVY “Born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, I have always had a natural desire to help others. I was introduced to the medical field over 15 years ago and immediatelyknewthis iswhere Ineededand wantedtobe!Drivenbycompassionandcuriosity,
I have spent my career focusing on understanding the ins and outs of healthcare system and how to best apply that knowledge towards each patients’uniquemedicaljourneys.Inthisever-changingworldofhealthcare, Ithoroughlyenjoythediversityandchallengesthatthehealthcareindustry throwsmyway.BeingapartoftheteamatColoradoInjuryTreatmentCenter is a daily, rewarding experience. I am grateful to be a part of a team that trulycaresabout thehealthandwellbeingof individuals!“
Low Back Pain Workshop Saturday, January 26 th at 10:15 AM
Call Colorado Injury Treatment Center at 303.745.0803 , or visit our website at coloradoinjurytreatment.com to schedule your appointment today!
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies Healthy Recipe
I absolutely love this place! It’s a family owned business and they’re very attentive to clients needs. They have a great space which includes both physical therapy and personal training. I recently visited for physical therapy to get some help with my IT Band issues. Rashmi really helped me with my injury with acknowledging where my weaknesses were and giving exercises to strengthen and stretches to relieve tightness. Thanks to the Vert family and Rashmi I’m back to running again. I highly recommend this place. You will not be disappointed. - Nicole L Ingredients
• 1/2 cup almond meal • 1/2 tsp baking powder • 1/2 tsp baking soda • 1/8 tsp salt • 2 tsp Vietnamese 5% Oil • Cinnamon • 1/4 tsp Frontier allspice • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips • 1/2 cup dried cranberries & cherries
• 1 ripe banana mashed • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree • 2 larg eggs • 1/2 cup peanut butter • 3 tbsp coconut oil melted • 2 tsp vanilla extract • 3 tbsp maple syrup • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats • 1/2 cup oat flour ground
Patient Success Spotlight
“When I first started physical and massage therapy I couldn’t lift heavy stuff, walk, sleep, sit or stand for long periods of time. It was really difficult to do anything but now thanks to my therapist I’m able to go on with my normal life and routine as usual. The Ladies at CITC are friendly and nice. I love their sense of humor and it is one great place to be get treated. The receptionist works with your im schedule. I would recommend this treatment clinic over another place any day. If I was to need more treatment ever again this is the place I would ask to go to. Hopefully I can come to get some treatment or massage just for fun and not because I am injured. I also plan on just stopping by to say hi because they are great and to keep telling them THANKS!” - Marcos
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Exercise Essentials Loosens Lower Back Single Knee To Chest Stretch
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