If you’ve experienced back pain, and even leg pain, you might have a deeper issue. Your minor aches and pinched nerves could be symptomatic of deeper issues. You might be facing sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable. Below, we’ll cover sciatica back pain.
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If you’ve experienced back pain, and even leg pain, you might have a deeper issue. Your minor aches and pinched nerves could be symptomatic of deeper issues. You might be facing sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable. Below, we’ll cover sciatica back pain. What Is Sciatica? Sciatica is pain that radiates alongside the sciatic nerve. This nerve, which branches from your lower back — spanning across your hips, buttocks and
legs — can be injured or stressed in several ways. Mayo Clinic has pinpointed the most common cause of sciatica-related pain: inflammation along the spine, where compressed nerves are aggravated. While sciatica pain can be great, it can be treated. A lot of sciatica cases, in fact, can be resolved without operation — and in a few weeks. Even if you’ve suffered severe sciatica spawned from leg weakness, bladder changes or nerve issues, there’s still hope.
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Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing sciatica pain. SINGLE KNEE TO CHEST STRETCH Lie on your back and bring one knee to your chest, keeping the other foot flat on the floor. Keep your lower back pressed to the floor. Hold for at least 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat 2 to 4 times with each leg. Loosens Lower Back What is Myofascial Physical Therapy? Themusculoskeletalsystem,whichcomprises60%of thehuman body, consists of muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones and fascia (awebofconnective tissue thatspreads throughout thebodyand surroundsallstructuresof thehumanbody).Thissystemprovides support and motion, and is involved in biomechanical activities. The musculoskeletal system and especially the soft tissues (muscles and fascia) are the source of pain and dysfunction. Sedentary lifestyle, poor posture, physical or psychological stressors,andnutritional inadequacycancontribute tomyofascial dysfunction and the development of trigger points. Myofascial Therapy also known as myofascial release, is a safe, low impact technique that aims to release tissue tightness and promote myofascial balance. Myofascial release incorporates a direct or indirect technique which moves tissue towards or away from thebarrier (restriction)bystretchingorelongating the fascia.
In most cases, sciatica occurs when oneof theback’sdiscs isherniated. It can also happen if the spine narrows — an effect called spinal stenosis. As we age, our backs undergo a lot of stress. This stress takes a toll, causing inflammation inseveralareas. If this inflammation reachesacertain point, it may compress these nerves — resulting in pain. What Are the Symptoms of Sciatica? Sciaticabackpain isnormallynoticed as a pain radiating from the lower back. Often, this pain extends to the buttock, spiraling down the leg. If you’re suffering from sciatica, you might feel the discomfort anywhere along this nerve pathway. The pain can even extend to the calf. The pain itself can be dull, aching or even sharp. In some cases, the compressed nerve may feel like it burns, causing considerable pain. In other cases, the compressed nerve
may simply issue a sharp jolt of pain. Some people experiencing sciatica mayevenhave legnumbness, tingling orweakness. Ifsciatica isn’t treated, it can hinder mobility altogether. How Physical Therapy Can Help with Sciatica Ifyou’reexperiencingsciatica,contact a physician immediately. Medical News Today asserts that over-the- counterpainkillersmayalleviatepain, 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 medicalprofessionals,cancompletely eliminate sciatica over time. If you’re experiencingbackpain,don’twait.Call one of our professionals today, and ask about physical therapy options. Your mobility is important, and your back can absolutely be healed.
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Dr.Kostopoulos isaBoardCertified ClinicalElectrophysiologySpecialist with over 29 years of clinical experience and over 20 years experience in electrophysiology testing. He is one of very few Electrophysiology Specialists who hasachievedaDoctorateofScience (Dsc) in Clinical Electrophysiology Testing. He is a Clinical Affiliate Assistant Professor. at Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University, past member of SACE (Specialization Academy of Content Experts) for the electrophysiology board exam of ABPTS and serves as an elected member of the Nominating Committee of the Academy of Clinical Electrophysiology (ACEWM) of the APTA. He is also an Adjunct Faculty of Springfield College teaching the Clinical Electrophysiology module. A world renowned, leading expert andbest-sellingauthor inMyofascial Pain and co-founder of the Hands- On Companies (Est. 1992 in New York).Dr.Kostopouloshasextensive training and teaching experience in different areas of manual therapy with the emphasis in Trigger Point, MyoFascial, NeuroFascial Therapy and Manipulation.
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He earned his Doctorate (Ph.D.) and Master’s degrees at New York UniversityandhissecondDoctorate of Science (Dsc) degree at Rocky Mountain University (Clinical Electrophysiology).Dr.Kostopoulos has obtained his MD degree as a medicalgraduatefromUHSASchool of Medicine. Hehasnumerouspublications;he is anAssociateEditoroftheJournalof BodyworkandMovementTherapies publishedbyElsevierandhastaught thousands of students worldwide through Hands-On Seminars. Dr. Kostopoulos is the recipient of a multitude of business and humanitarian awards. Dr.Kostopoulos&Dr.Rizopoulosare theownersofHands-OnCompanies; a consortium of companies that span theareasofPhysicalTherapy, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Testing and Education.
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