What Can I Do On My Own?
Here’s What Our Patients Are Saying About DPT!
"Donna, I would like to give you a real sincere heartfelt shout out to say THANK YOU SO VERY VERY VERY MUCH for your AMAZING SPOT-ON attention to my exercise form. You literally gave me a new lease on knee life as I have been suffering under lack of exercise since the COVID-19 shutdown. Thank you SOmuch, Donna! You seriously changed my life, attitude and mental health." - Christa W.
There are some common home remedies you can try to help ease some of your sciatica symptoms. For example, alternating with ice and heat compresses, or sleeping with a pillow between your knees can help alleviate some pain and stiffness. Using a proper lumbar support roll while sitting can also provide relief and help prevent additional symptoms from developing. Going for a walk or taking part in other gentle exercises can also help in getting your body moving so it doesn’t become too tight. These are some commonly used at-home treatment methods for pain management, but they unfortunately are not always 100% effective. If your home treatments are having little-to-no effect in reducing your pain and restricted motion, or if your symptoms persist for more than a week without improvement, you should seek the aid of a physical therapist. If your symptoms worsen, be sure to consult with your primary physician. Physical therapy can provide you with the treatment you need to alleviate your aches and pains. How do I get started? If you believe you may be living with sciatica pains, contact Dresher Physical Therapy today to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced physical therapists. We will determine your diagnosis before creating your treatment plan. The main stages of your plan will focus on pain relief, which may include any combination of light exercises, manual therapy, ice and heat therapies, postural education and training for proper technique of your activities of daily living. As you progress and improve, your physical therapist will expand on your exercises and stretches by making them more challenging over time. This will help increase your overall strength and range of motion. We will spend one-on-one time with you on each visit, using hands-on techniques that get the joints, muscles, and nerves moving again. We will also design a comprehensive exercise and education program to get you back to comfortably doing what you want and need to do. If you are ready to get rid of your sciatica symptoms and enjoy your daily life free of pain, contact Dresher Physical Therapy for relief. We’ll provide you with an individualized treatment plan to help you get back to your normal life as quickly as possible.
DRESHER PT @ HOME
Dresher PT@Home will service our patients, their friends and family, and the general community in their homes with the same level of care that has made Dresher PT the area’s first choice for rehab. Advantages: • High-level orthopedic, neurologic and balance rehab from the experts you’ve trusted for the past 20 years that we’ve been in business. • Reduces the physical, emotional and financial toll for those with significant injuries, health concerns, or transportation issues. • Your care at home is provided and covered at the same level as it is in our office setting. • You have the option to transfer your care to one of our offices when you feel up to it in the future!
Introducing Tom Howell, PT, MPT Tom grew up in N.E. Philadelphia and is a 1990 graduate of the Hahnemann (Drexel) University PT program. He has worked in Outpatient PT for 25 of his 30 years as a PT. He has specialty areas in chronic pain and modern pain science as well as shoulder and back rehab. He has been active in
the APTA for most of his 30 years and previously served as president of the Idaho PT Association. Tom is the current Payment Specialist for the Pennsylvania PT Association. You may have even seen Tom at the DPT Blue Bell clinic where he often provides extra clinical coverage!
Spread the word… DPT now offers expert-level rehabilitation in the comfort of your home when you need it!
CALL EITHER OF OUR OFFICES TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR DRESHER PT@HOME EVALUATION!
Phone: (215) 619-4545 FORT WASHINGTON
Phone: (267) 419-8160 BLUE BELL
(215) 619-4545 FORT WASHINGTON
(267) 419-8160 BLUE BELL
WWW.DRESHERPT.COM
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