WHAT CAN I DO ON MY OWN?
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. Sitting in a reclining chair can also help provide some relief, as it redirects the pressure from your lower back. 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 do not always work. 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 aweekwithout 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 Quality Performance Rehab 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, posture improvement, or any other treatment that your physical therapist deems fit. As you progress and improve, your physical therapist will expand on your exercises and stretches by making them more intensive 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 nervesmoving again. We will also design a comprehensive exercise and education program to get you back to comfortably doing what you want to do. If you are ready to get rid of your sciatica symptoms and enjoy your daily life free of pain, contact Quality Performance Rehab for relief. We’ll provide you with an individualized treatment plan to help you get back to your normal life as quickly as possible.
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EXERCISE OF THE MONTH
Strengthens back
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REPEAT TRUNK FLEXION | TO FLOOR Sit in a chair with good posture. Hands on thighs. Let your trunk sag toward the floor use your arms to control the movement. Let your arms dangle to the floor. Now use your arms to push yourself up. Repeat 10 times.
This exercise is designed for pain prevention. Call your therapist if you are experiencing any pain!
HEALTHY RECIPE: CHOCO-PEPPERMINT PROTEIN BALLS
INGREDIENTS • 10 tbsp cocoa powder • 6 tbsp maple syrup • 1/4 cup almond butter (use SunButter or nut-free)
• 1/4 cup unflavored pea protein powder • ½ tsp peppermint extract • 1/4 tsp sea salt • 2-4 tbsp crushed candy canes • 2-4 tbsp dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS Put everything except the candy cane or cacao nibs, chocolate chips, and water into a bowl and mix well. Slowly add water if needed (You may not need any water if your almond butter is runny). Start with a teaspoon and slowly add until you get a well-mixed batter. If you add too much then the batter will be too soft to roll. Add the candy canes/cacao nibs and chocolate chips and mix again. Allow batter to chill in the fridge while you clean up, then roll into balls.
Recipe: https://www.veggiesdontbite.com/no-bake-chocolate-peppermint-protein-balls
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