Sports Therapy. Back Pain & Sciatica

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What Is Sciatica? Sciatica is a symptom of pain typically referred into the lower extremity as result of injury to the sciatic nerve. This nerve is comprised of spinal nerves derived from the lumbosacral spine from L4-S2. The most common causes of sciatica are disc conditions such as herniations, disc degeneration, spinal stenosis, and vertebral slippage (spondylolisthesis). These problems are associated with compression on spinal nerves and localized inflammation. An uncommon form of sciatica is caused by a buttocks muscle which when in spasm can compress a portion of the sciatic nerve (Piriformis syndrome). What Causes Sciatica? The pain itself can be dull, aching or even sharp, and is commonly described as a cramping pain. 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 electric jolt of pain. Some S T O P S C I A T I C A I N I T S T R A C K S

people experiencing sciatica may even have leg numbness, tingling or weakness. If you are having true loss of sensation to touch, or noticeable weakness, these signs could indicate a more profound problem which should immediately be brought to the attention of your physician. What Are the Symptoms of Sciatica? Your physical therapist will initially do an evaluation of your condition from which a treatment plan will be developed. Treatments which are typically helpful are designed primarily to decrease compression and inflammation on the involved portions of the sciatic nerve which might include manual therapy,traction,therapeuticexercises,electricalstimulation,andmodifications to your activities of daily living. Often modifications to the method by which you sleep and rest may have a profound effect on your symptoms. The only way to determine how SP.OR.T.S can help your condition is by calling our office and setting up an appointment. We are here to help.

If you’re suffering from sciatica or back pain, call 301.989.9040 to talk with your physical therapisttodayandscheduleyourappointment!

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

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