CPTE_Relieving Sciatica and Back Pain Naturally

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FEEL HEALTHY. MOVE BETTER. GET STRONGER. Understand what is

causing your pain and how to fix it naturally.

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IS YOUR PAIN SCIATICA OR JUST BACK PAIN? DON’ T LET PAIN KEEP YOU DOWN THIS YEAR!

If you’ve experienced back pain, and even leg pain, you might have a deeper issue. Your minor aches and pinched nerves could be a warning sign that you are facing sciatica. While “sciatica” may sound serious, it’s entirely curable. Below, we’ll cover sciatica back pain.  INSIDE : • What Causes Sciatica?

• Patient Success Spotlights • Relieve Pain In Minutes

• Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?

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.

Whilesciaticapaincanbe intense, itcanbe 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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The Importance of Physical Therapy

WHAT CAUSES SCIATICA? Educate yourself on your symptoms and what they mean.

Inmostcases,sciaticaoccurswhen oneoftheback’sdiscs isherniated. It canalsohappen if thespinenarrows — an effect called spinal stenosis. As we age, our backs undergo a lot of stress. This stress takes a toll, causing inflammation in several areas. If this inflammation reachesa certainpoint, itmaycompress 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,causingconsiderablepain. In other cases, the compressed nerve maysimply issueasharp joltofpain.

Some people experiencing sciatica may even have leg numbness, tingling or weakness. If sciatica isn’t treated, it can hinder mobility altogether. How Physical Therapy Can Help with Sciatica If you’re experiencing sciatica, contact a physician immediately. Medical News Today asserts that over-the-counter painkillers may alleviate pain, but in-depth physical therapy is often needed. Physical therapy can reduce sciatica compressionbycarefully introducing exercises and relaxing treatments. These treatments, hand picked by medical professionals, can completely eliminate sciatica over time. If you’re experiencing back pain, don’t wait. Call one of our professionals today, and ask about physical therapy options. Your mobility is important, and your back can absolutely be healed.

The therapists at CPTE are health care professionals who diagnose and treat people of all ages, from newborns to theelderly,whohave medicalproblemsorotherhealth- related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. We examine you and develop a plan of care using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. We work with you to prevent the lossofmobilitybefore itoccursby developing fitness- and wellness- oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. CPTE can help improve your walking and balance abilities. Our therapists determine what areas of the body you are having difficulty moving. We perform

neurological, vestibular, balance, and orthopedic evaluations. We then put together a comprehensive plan to get you back to walking confidently and without limitations. It is never too late to improve gait and balance, even if people use a cane or walker to get around. Whenyourconfidence is restored, exercise can be increased and incorporated more into your daily life, which improves your cardiac and mental health. Furthermore, there are many types of pain and inflammation thatcanbe reduced by physical therapy. For example, chronicpain in theback,shoulder, or knee, or pain associated with certain degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis, can be reduced by our team of skilled therapists. We can help you manage your health, including cardiachealth,over the long term.

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Patient Success Spotlights

Today, CPTE is one of the largest independently owned and operated physicaltherapypractices intheNashua/ Manchester area, we have been serving the area for 25 years. We offer a comprehensive array of rehabilitationandfitnessprograms,with the latest in physical therapy services,

techniques, and equipment employing a highly skilled staff in a friendly and caring atmosphere. Our five clinics accept most insurances providing the convenience you need. Ours is an uncompromising commitment to excellence. Your heath is important and we suggest that you choose your PT practice as carefully as you would any other health service. You won’t just go to any doctor or just any specialist, the same is true for physicaltherapy. There are differences, and you can choose the PT practice that suits you best. What separates CPTE from other providers is not always obvious. Our reputation is for having seasoned staff, a caring atmosphere and a comprehensive approach. Our success is due to a high percent of repeat customers and strong word of mouth. We focus on physical therapy and fitness,yourprogressiontobetterhealthandfullrecoverythroughspecialized exerciseprogramsdesignedforyou.Wearenotownedbya largecorporation nor are we one department in a large organization. We hire and retain the best staff and train them fully. CPTE is therapist-owned, the owners and the staff of CPTE are part of the community that you live in. Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?

I am so glad that I had my recovery experience at CPTE Success Story – Tessa Mandra “My time at CPTE was more than a good experience… it was actually enjoyable. I never had any doubt that my therapy would be successful. I felt comfortable doing and passing on exercises, and talking to the therapists about my concerns and achievements. I am so glad that I had my recovery experience at CPTE and thank you so much! I also never had any trouble making or rearranging appointments thanks to the staff.”

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Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.

Loosens Lower Back

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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.

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� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely

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