ElitePT: Sciatica & Back Pain Cost Relief

ElitePT: Sciatica & Back Pain Cost Relief

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Did you know that over 80% of people across the world will suffer an episode of back pain at some point in their lifetime? If you are suffering from back pain or sciatica, you know how hindering it can be. With chronic back pain, radiating leg pain, or stinging sensations across the sciatic nerve, it can be difficult to live your life to the fullest. If you find yourself in pain when bending down, standing up, or lifting objects, it’s time to see a Physical Therapist. At Elite Physical Therapy, we are fully equipped to treat any back pain you may be experiencing. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and find out more about how our services can benefit you! The differences between back pain and sciatica. It can be difficult sometimes to determine the differences between general back pain and sciatica. Sciatica is a specific type of back pain that is caused by a compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. Your sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in your body – it is approximately 2 centimeters wide, extending all the way down your back, your buttocks, underneath the piriformis muscle, and to the backs of your legs and your feet. It is made up of several nerves that exit your lower back from the lumbar and sacral levels (L4-S3), transmitting sensation and muscle control. Common culprits of sciatica development include weakness in the gluteal muscles or tightness in the piriformis muscle, as they can compress and irritate the sciatic nerve. STRUGGLINGWITH BACK PAIN OR SCIATICA?

Common sciatica symptoms. The sciatica symptoms reported from patients tend to vary. Some may experience a deep ache in the buttocks, while others experience a severe pain radiating down one of their legs. It is also possible to feel a tingling or numbness in the back of the leg, calf, or foot. If left too long without proper treatment, irritation can become more severe and affect the strength of your leg muscles. Common sciatica treatment. The safest, easiest, and most effective mode of sciatica treatment is through Physical Therapy. Physical Therapy examines the root cause of pressure on the nerve and works to quickly alleviate that pressure. Our licensed Physical Therapists will analyze the movements of the muscles surrounding the sciatic nerve, in addition to the back andhip joints. Theywill design an individualized treatment plan based on the specific needs of each patient, in order to strengthen the affectedmuscles, improve joint flexibility, and prevent problems from occurring again in the future.

1st Quarter Excellence Awards Elite Physical Therapy staff members were awarded with 1st Quarter Excellence Awards for going above and beyond for the company and their patients! PRACTICE NEWS

2019 Readers Choice Award Elite Physical Therapy accepted a 2019 Readers Choice award for the 3rd year in a row!

East GreenwichChamber of Commerce Wonderful Women Expo Elite Physical Therapy attended the East Greenwich Chamber of Commerce Wonderful Women Expo to benefit the Go Red for Women Campaign.

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Lie on your side. Place a pillow between your knees for support. Relax.

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