Advanced sciatic relief with AIM Physical Therapy sciatic treatments for piriformis syndrome.

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Sciatic RElief

Sciatica is a very common phrase for pain into the leg. True sciatica is called piriformis syndrome because it is caused by a compression of the sciatica nerve deep in the buttock by one of the hip muscles called the piriformis. When the piriformis spasms, usually from tight or weak hip joints, it presses down on the sciatic nerve. Symptoms can include pain usually down the back of the leg, numbness, and even tingling.

Sciatica is a relatively common form of leg pain that is often misunderstood by patients. It is a condition so widespread that many people think they can self-treat it or just follow another person’s advice for how to relieve the pain. There are frequent misconceptions about what the term sciatica means, why sciatica occurs and how to find relief from the low back pain and leg pain. Contrary to what many people believe, Sciatica is actually a set of symptoms rather than a diagnosis for what is causing the pain. Especially for more severe cases, the cause of the low back pain and leg pain needs to be correctly addressed in order to relieve discomfort.

Recent studies show that only 20% of MRIs done for sciatica show a herniated disc. With a new imaging technique called magnetic resonance neurography, 69% of the patients were found to have entrapment of the sciatic nerve deep in the buttock by the piriformis muscle. In about 25% of the general population, the sciatic nerve pierces the piriformis muscle and can be susceptible to irritation and entrapment when that muscle and others become overworked and tired. In the above study, if it is Piriformis Syndrome, the most conservative cost effective measures, especially physical therapy, should be tried first to relieve the nerve entrapment.

One study indicated that patients who planned their own exercise program including did worse than those in physical therapy or pain medication-directed programs. Physical therapy under a doctor's supervision or prescription is often used to relieve the pain of sciatica. Our therapists understand the limitations and special needs of sciatica, and can address the individual health conditions of patients while guiding their exercise program. We provide a sciatic treatment solution including sciatic stretches that helps to correct the source of the problem. The final result is a that you are no longer suffering from your initial complaint. We can help you recover quickly and to your maximum potential.

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How AIM Therapy Helps Your Back

AIM manual physical therapy is the natural way of helping your body recover from back pain. At AIM your back is extensively evaluated by an expert physical therapist who has years of training in medical evaluation of musculoskeletal conditions.

Your physical therapist then discusses with you as he evaluates your spine the findings and formulates a plan of addressing the root causes of your pain. The plan may include modalities such as ultrasound to relieve your pain, specialized gentle manual therapy to increase your soft tissue and joint mobility, and a customized easy to do exercise program to strengthen key areas.

The key to a great recovery is a customized treatment plan just for you. At AIM Physical Therapy we have the knowledge and exclusive skills to treat your back pain and get you back quickly to enjoying your activities.