Newsletter by Adams Physical Therapy Services Incorporated
NEWSLETTER
Physical Therapy Services Inc.
Stand Up To Your SCIATICA Take charge of your natural treatment today!
StaffSpotlight
Andrew Stefanek, PTA I grew up in Kalida, Ohio where I played highschool basketball and baseball for the Kalida Wildcats. I received my Associates of Applied Science with a major in PTA from Rhodes State College in Lima, Ohio. I am married and have three children. I enjoy watching my children’s sporting events, working out with my son, and teaching my children the fundamentals of the game of basketball. I believe that each one of my patients no matter their disability and age deserve 100% of my effort in healing them. Go Irish!! “Love Your Life”
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NEWSLETTER
“ Move Like You Used To!” STAND UP TO SCIATICA
• Treat Natural Pain WithANatural Treatment • Patient Success Spotlight • RelieveBack Pain InMinutes INSIDE:
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 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 therearechanges inposture,musclestrengthorpelvic 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. Iteven reachesdown to the footand 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.
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Seek Physical Therapy First! TREAT NATURAL PAIN WITH A NATURAL TREATMENT 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 Adams PhysicalTherapy play a crucial role in evaluating and treatingsciatica,aswellasothercommonbackproblems.Ourphysical 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 Adams PhysicalTherapy, 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. Journalofneurosurgery:SpineFeb,2005Volume2,Number2.AaronG.Filler,M.D.,Ph.D.,JodeanHaynes,B.A.,Sheldon E.Jordan,M.D.,JoshuaPrager,M.D.,J.PabloVillablanca,M.D.,KeyvanFarahani,Ph.D.,DuncanQ.Mcbride,M.D.,Jay S.Tsuruda,M.D.,BrannonMorisoli,B.A.,UlrichBatzdorf,M.D.,andJ.PatrickJohnson,M.D.
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Eating Right Never Tasted So Good!
Basic Fruit Smoothie Recipe
5 Ingredients • 1 quart strawberries, hulled • 1 banana, broken into chunks • 2 peaches
• 1 cup orange-peach-mango juice • 2 cups ice
Directions In a blender, combine strawberries, banana and peaches. Blend until fruit is pureed. Blend in the juice. Add ice and blend to desired consistency. Pour into glasses and serve.
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We can help you relieve your pain naturally! We can help you: Does your sciatica pain keep you from enjoying life with your friends & family?
• Have More Energy • Avoid Injury • Feel Better
• Get Back To Life • Work Without Pain • Alleviate Pain Naturally
FREE SCIATICA PAIN ANALYSIS
Patient Success Spotlight
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Thank you to a great crew!
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“When I came to Adams Physical Therapy Services, I had a lot of pain. After my first appointment I could get up without much pain. Now after one month of appointments, I feel great. I have no more pain in my leg or hip. Thank you to a great crew!” -Shirley B.
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Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain. 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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Do You Have Friends or Family Who Can’t: � Move without pain
� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live active and healthy
� Bend and move freely � Balance confidently
If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Adams Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an evaluation! Call Today! (888)222-0130
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