AgeWell: Back Pain Or Sciatica

BACK PA I N SO LU T I ONS WE HAV E YOUR BACK !

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. 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 Call AgeWell Physical Therapy to schedule an appointment to help relieve your Sciatica pain.

S E L F -T E S T F OR SC I AT I CA

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. FOLLOW THESE STEPS: 1. Sitting on a chair, look down. 2.Straightenoneleg,withtoes intheair. 3. Repeat for the other side.

E X E R C I S E E S S E N T I A L S

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TRY THIS EXERCISE FOR SCIATICA PAIN RELIEF

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. T RUNK F L E X I ON & E X T ENS I ON

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Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

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