BACK PAIN VS SCIATICA PAIN
How can you tell the difference between back pain and sciatica pain? The answer is that sciatica pain is characterized by the following factors: • Constant pain is only present in one side of the buttocks or leg • The pain becomes worse when you are sitting • The leg pain develops more as a burning, tingling or searing sensation, and not as a plain ache • There is a sharp pain that occurs at times, making it sometimes difficult to stand or walk • The pain is radiating, shooting down the leg and sometimes even into the feet and toes Sciatica pain develops in the nerves that connect the lower back to the legs, and so while the pain itself is generated from the back, a lot of
time, the experience of the pain is more largely associated with the upper legs. What’s more, sciatica pain doesn’t always develop like pain in the traditional sense. Sciatica pain instead causes a buildup of tingling, numbness and weakness in the lower back and upper legs, and the pain isn’t consistent either. The sensation will typically run through the leg in waves, causing discomfort at seemingly unpredictable times. If you are experiencing back pain and you haven’t talked to a medical professional about the concern, then now is the time to take action. Working with a physical therapist can cut your time struggling with back pain literally in half. For more information about overcoming back pain, contact us. Source: https://www.spine-health.com/ conditions/sciatica/what-you-need-know- about-sciatica
Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.
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LUMBAR SEGMENTAL EXTENSION
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. CARLSON THER P h y s i c a l T h e r a p CALL US TODAY IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING AN INJURY Stand with good posture. Find a neutral spine. Bend backwards in a very controlled manner. Think about moving joint by joint. Do not push into pain. Return to the start position. Repeat ten times. If you are feeling sick, we ask that you stay home and contact us to reschedule your appointment. Thank you! CLEANING HANDS OFTEN AVOID TOUCHING YOUR FACE WITH UNWASHED HANDS STAYING HOME IF YOU ARE SICK
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