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A good rule of thumb is to come in for a 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! If the pain goes from dull to severe or travels further down the leg, there are strong indications that physical therapy intervention is needed. The severity of pain you feel can change depending on how compressed your sciatic nerve becomes. Themore compressed it is, themore painful it will be and themore likely you will experience weakness in the leg. Sciatica symptomsmay include shooting pains down one leg or persistent numbness in the lower leg and foot. Severe pain, chronic pain, or persistent numbness or weakness along one side of the body are signs that physical therapy is needed. Incontinence may also indicate that your sciatica is getting worse and immediate attention is needed. If your sciatic nerve becomes compressed in the area that controls your bladder and/or bowel function, you may lose control of those functions. This is very rare, but it is considered a medical emergency where surgery is needed, and if performed within 24 hours of symptoms starting, complete resolution is likely. What to expect in physical therapy Your physical therapist will performa thorough physical examination and provide you with solutions that work based on their findings. Typically When Should I See A Physical Therapist?
the best way to resolve your sciatica pain involves directional preference and strengthening exercises. We will start with pain management and restoring mobility to allow you to resume normal activities around your home. Next, we will focus on progressing your strength and dynamic stability exercises designed to restoremore vigorous activity and function. Our therapists also incorporate postural corrections and bodymechanic instructions to stimulate your job's everyday demands, and recreational pursuits have on your body. Each visit you will spend one-on-one time with your therapist, and they will use hands-on techniques that get the joints, muscles, and nervesmoving again. In addition we will also design a comprehensive exercise and education program to get you back to comfortably doing what you want to do. Call today to schedule an appointment Contact OSR Physical Therapy today to learn more about our physical therapy methods for treating sciatic aches and pains. 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!
Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507908/ https://www.apta.org/article/2020/10/08/sciatica-study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5516132/
At-Home Exercise
Stretches lower back
SEATED KNEE TO CHEST STRETCH Sit tall in a chair with feet flat on the floor. Gently
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pull the knees to the chest with both hands until a comfortable stretch is felt in the mid and lower back. Slowly return to the starting position. Aim to complete 4 to 6 repetitions of this exercise.
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Always consult with your physical therapist or physician before beginning an exercise you are unsure of.
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