SELF-TEST FOR SCIATICA
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. 1. Sitting on a chair, look down. 2. Straighten one leg, with toes in the air. 3. Repeat for the other side. Follow these steps:
H O W P H Y S I C A L T H E R A P Y C A N H E L P
If you’re experiencing sciatica, contact your physical therapist 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 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 be healed.
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Sources 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
EXERCISE ESSENTIALS
WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING!
Perform This Exercise To Relieve Sciatica Pain In Minutes!
“I’m getting myself back to feeling normal!” “I want to thank all the staff for my therapy treatment and for helpingme to get back onmy feet and healing. Thank God for Dr. Nayer for referring me. I’ve been suffering from a lot of medical issuesandpullingmuscles inmybackandbuttocks,whichaffected my legs and my ability to walk normally. The staff is friendly and helps me with exercises, heat treatment, and massage. I’m gettingmyselfbacktofeelingnormal,and Icontinueathomewith stretches and exercises. I appreciate everyone there for taking their time and effort to heal their patients.” - Gerry K.
FOUR POINT TRUNK FLEXION & EXTENSION Start on hands and knees. Arch your back up to the ceiling as high as you comfortably can, and hold. Then, arch your back the opposite direction as low as you comfortably can, and hold. Repeat 6 times.
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