WHEN SHOULD I SEE A PHYSICAL THERAPIST?
How can I get started? Why wait to find relief? Contact Innovative Physical Therapy Solutions to find out more about our physical therapy methods for treating sciatic aches and pains. Physical therapy treatments will include targeted stretches and exercises to help strengthen the muscles around the sciatic nerve. Treatments may also focus on range of motion and postural improvement, in order to decrease stress on the sciatic nerve and prevent pain from returning in the future. At Innovative Physical Therapy Solutions, we offer free consultations that will allow you to speak with one of our licensed and experienced physical therapists to learn their professional opinion regarding your condition. From there, if you decide to proceed, you will begin an examination process that will help determine the best personalized treatment plan for your specific needs. If you are ready to get rid of your sciatica symptoms, don’t hesitate to contact us today. We’ll get to the root of the issue so you can get back to living your life comfortably!
A good rule of thumb is to come in for a free consultation as soon as you begin to notice sciatic pains – from there, your physical therapist can let you know what the best course of action will be. Sciatica symptoms may include shooting pains down one leg, buttock, or persistent aches and/or numbness in the lower back. Additionally, any dull or piercing aches along the sciatic nerve may be an indication of sciatica. If pain goes from dull to severe, that is a strong indication that physical therapy intervention is needed. The severity of the pain you feel can change depending on how compressed your sciatic nerve becomes. The more compressed it is, the more painful it will be. Severe pain, chronic pain, or persistent numbness or weakness along one side of the body that doesn’t seem to go away are all signs that physical therapy is needed. Incontinence may also occur as an indication that your sciatica is getting worse – if your sciatic nerve becomes compressed in the area that controls your bladder and/or bowel function, you may lose control of those functions.
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Thai Carrot & Sweet Potato Soup
“I look forward to my PT appointments, and will miss being in the IPTS office...” “My PT experience has been so seamless. My doctor faxed her Rx directly to IPTS. The next day IPTS phoned me to schedule my appointments. They were able to begin my therapy within a few days. I was always seen at my appointed time and was never kept waiting (a pet peeve of mine!) My therapist is extremely professional. She explained what her treatment plan was and why she choose the specific exercises within that plan. It is easy to be comfortable and at ease with her. She lets me know what I can expect in upcoming appointments. The atmosphere is warm and friendly. All the staff members are very attentive. I look forward to my PT appointments and will miss being in the IPTS office when my treatment is completed. I have been well cared for. Thanks for being there, y’all!” - M.S. “...professional, courteous care is delivered here...” “Nothing but professional, courteous care is delivered here at Innovative Physical Therapy Solutions!” - N.B.
• 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger • 2 tbsp red curry paste • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, plus more if needed • ¼ cup raw almond butter or peanut butter • 3 cups diced peeled carrots • 3 cups diced peeled sweet potatoes
INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp coconut oil • 2 cups chopped yellow onion
In a large pot, melt coconut oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger and sauté for 5-6 minutes until onion is translucent. Stir in curry paste. In a small bowl, whisk together some of the broth with almond butter until smooth. Add mixture to pot, along with carrots, sweet potatoes, salt, and remaining vegetable broth. Stir until combined. Bring soup to a low boil over medium- high heat and then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until potatoes and carrots are fork-tender. Ladle soup carefully into a blender. You will likely have to do this in a couple of batches, depending on the size of your blender. Being careful to avoid hot steam from the lid, blend on low, and slowly increase speed until soup is completely smooth.
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