ElitePT: Naturally Relieve Sciatica Pains

The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body NATURALLY RELIEVE YOUR SCIATICA PAINSWITH PHYSICAL THERAPY TREATMENTS

Sciatica is a specific type of back pain that is very common. Those diagnosed with sciatica typically report feeling pain in their lower back, legs, or buttocks, as it is a condition that develops from issues surrounding the nerves. Fortunately, sciatica pain can be naturally and effectively treated with Physical Therapy treatments. Passive treatments: Passive treatments for sciatica relief may include special massage techniques, stretches, gentle mobilization or manipulation techniques, electrical stimulation, or ultrasound. All of these different treatments help to reduce pain, relieve nerve pressure, free up restrictions, stimulate blood flow, correct postural misalignments, and accelerate healing. Active treatments: Active treatments include motions, stretches, and specific exercises, aimed at reducing pain and accelerating healing. How can I relieve my sciatica pain? 1. Consult with a Physical Therapist ASAP. By consultingwith an Elite Physical Therapist as soon as you begin to notice pain, you’ll be able to recover quicker and

avoid damage to the spinal joints and nerves. 2. Use ice and heat. You can relieve your sciatica pains at home by alternating ice and heat packs to your buttock area. Ice helps to relieve inflammation, while heat helps relax muscles and improve blood flow. 3. Find the most comfortable sleeping position. Different sleeping positions can bemore comfortable for those living with sciatica. It is important to find one that relaxes the lower back while also taking pressure off of the sciatic nerve. 4. Stretch at home. Your Elite Physical Therapist can provide you with targeted stretches to do on your own at home. A common stretch for relieving sciatica pain includes: lying on your back, knees bent, while slowly rocking your knees fromside to side. Contact Elite Physical Therapy. If you are livingwith the constant aches and pains of sciatica, Physical Therapy can help bring you relief. Contact us today to get started on the first steps toward sciatica pain relief!

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To provide the safest environment for our patients and staff, newCOVID- 19 regulations have been put in place at our AquaTherapy facilities. Aqua sessions are currently being held at the Hilton Garden Inn - located at 1 Thurber St, Warwick, and Pods Swimming Facility - located at 111 Commercial Way, East Providence. • Temperature checks, screening questions and hand sanitizer will be provided upon arrival. • Water resistant masks are provided and to be worn in and around the pool area. • Come prepared to the pool wearing your bathing suit. • There will be no changing area, bathrooms are for emergencies only. • Patients are only permitted in the pool area. • Treatment time will be 30-40 minutes to maintain proper social distancing. Benefits of Aqua Therapy • The buoyancy of water eliminates gravity’s weight bearing forces to “unload” and loosen your joints. • The warm temperature is therapeutic and helps soothe and heal muscles and joints. • The resistance of thewater improvesmuscle tone, endurance, flexibility, balance and range of motion. All of this can help you to enjoy a faster recovery! Call today and ask to speak with an Elite Physical Therapist to see how you can benefit from Aqua Therapy. RI 401-737-4581 | MA 508-306-9525 www.elitephysicaltherapy.com

Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to help you feel better!

If you experience any difficulty or limitation, contact an Elite Physical Therapist who can help you.

PIRIFORMIS STRETCH

Lie on back. Bring knee towards your opposite shoulder. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.

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