SELF-TEST FOR SCIATICA
What it means: If the leg with pain, numbness or tingling does not go up as high as the other leg, you likely have sciatica. Your next step is to see what is causing the pressure on your sciatic nerve. 1. Sitting on a chair, look down. 2. Straighten one leg, with toes in the air. 3. Repeat for the other side. Follow these steps:
the spinal movements, Massage Therapy to relax the muscles and Physiotherapy or Athletic Therapy to help reduce the inflammation and to teach stretching and exercise programs. Your treatment may also include Spinal Decompression, Lasers, ultrasound or even custom foot orthotics if your feet are contributing to your sciatica. If you are suffering with Sciatica or any other condition, call the clinic to book an assessment with one of our team of health professionals.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SCIATICA? Sciatica is normally felt as a pain radiating from the low back to the buttock, before spiraling down the leg sometimes to the foot. If you’re suffering from sciatica, you might feel the discomfort anywhere along the Sciatic nerve’s pathway. The pain itself can be dull, aching, burning or even sharp and stabbing. Some people experiencing sciatica may have leg numbness, tingling or weakness and difficulty walking or even standing up straight. If sciatica isn’t treated, it can hinder mobility and cause chronic ongoing pain. TREATMENT OF SCIATICA Due to the many causes and components involved in Sciatic pain, a multidisciplinary treatment plan is required. After a thorough examination, we will determine the cause of your pain and design a customized treatment plan that may include Chiropractic to correct
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HEALTHY RECIPE BERRY ALMOND SMOOTHIE BOWL
INGREDIENTS • ⅔ cup frozen raspberries • ½ cup frozen sliced banana • ½ cup plain unsweetened almond milk • 5 tbsp sliced almonds, divided
MICHAEL J. COOK Registered Massage Therapist DR. AMBER PURINS, (H)B.KIN, DC Chiropractor & ART Provider
Michael combines the best aspects of Massage, Acupuncture and Athletic Therapy to provide a safe but aggressive and effective, individualized rehabilitation programs ensuring the patient Dr. Purins has pursued tr ining in several differe t treatment approac es as an adjunct to her chiropractic training. Sh is full-body c rtified in Active Rele se Technique (ART®) and
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon • ⅛ tsp ground cardamom
reaches their optimal goals quickly and economically. has b en trained in Graston soft tissue therapy, Activator, Thompson and Webster adjustment techniques. Dr. Purins bases her practice on a patient-centered, evidence-based approach utilizing the most up-to- date research, treatment options, and patient education to provide the most comprehensive care possible. As an athlete herself, Amber enjoys treating athletes at all levels of the athletic spectrum from leisure to recreational through to elite competitive athletes. Dr. Purins also has a keen interest in women’s health, pregnancy-related care, post-partum return to activity, and post-natal development.
• ⅛ tsp vanilla extract • ¼ cup blueberries • 1 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
DIRECTIONS Blend raspberries, banana, almond milk, 3 tablespoons almonds, cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla in a blender until very smooth. Pour the smoothie into a bowl and top with blueberries, the remaining 2 tablespoons almonds and coconut.
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