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 sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable.
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If you’ve experienced back pain, and even leg pain, you might have a deeper issue.Yourminorachesandpinchednervescouldbesymptomatic of sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable. 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. The most common cause of sciatica-related pain is inflammation along the spine, where compressed nerves are aggravated. While sciatica pain can be intense, it is treatable. A lot of sciatica cases, in fact, can be resolved without operation — and within just 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? Inmostcases,sciaticaoccurswhenoneof theback’sdiscsareherniated. 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 and extending to the calf. If you’re suffering from sciatica, you might feel the discomfort anywhere along this nerve pathway. The pain itself can be dull, aching or even sharp. In some cases, the compressed nerve may feel like it burns. In other cases, the compressed nerve may simply issue a sharp jolt of pain. Some people experiencing sciatica may experience leg numbness, tingling or weakness. If sciatica isn’t treated, it can hinder mobility altogether. HOW WE CAN HELP WITH SCIATICA Ifyou’reexperiencingsciatica,contactOttawaHealthGroup immediately. Medical News Today asserts that over-the-counter painkillers may alleviate pain, but in-depth chiro, physio and massage is often needed. Ottawa Health Group can reduce sciatic 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 chiropractic care, physiotherapy and massage options. Your mobility is important, and your back can be healed.
A 30 SECOND SELF-TEST FOR SCIATICA
Do you have back pain or leg pain with 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? 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. Ottawa Health Group can help you relieve your Sciatica pain. 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
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ROASTED ACORN SQUASH
INGREDIENTS • 1 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Dr. Kym deGruchy graduated with Clinical Honors and Cum Laude from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2011 and from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor of Science, Honours in Human Kinetics in 2007. In addition,Dr.deGruchy isaCertified Acupuncture Provider. Dr. deGruchy utilizes a wide range of techniques including diversified
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar • Kosher/sea salt to taste • Black pepper to taste DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking pan with parchment paper. Combine the melted butter and brown sugar. Coat the acorn squash halves with the brown sugar mixture and season with salt and pepper. Place the acorn squash halves cut side down on the prepared pan. Roast for 30 minutes, flip the squash over and brush with juices from thepan.Continueroasting for about 20 minutes or until tender.
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EXERCISE ESSENTIALS USE THIS EXERCISE TO STRENGTHEN BACK MUSCLES
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Alwaysconsultyourphysiotherapistorchiropractorbeforebefore starting exercises you are unsure of doing. BRACE MARCHING While lyingonyourbackwithyourkneesbent,slowly raise up one foot a few inches and then set it back down. Next, perform on your other leg. Use your stomach muscles to keep your spine from moving. Repeat 10 times.
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