Pain and discomfort in daily life can quickly decrease the quality of your everyday activities, your mood, and your interactions with the world around you. For residents of New Jersey, Twin Boro Physical Therapy offers a team of highly trained professionals who will work with you through every step from diagnosis of your sciatica to recovery.
Twin Boro Physical Therapy is the largest private physical therapy network in New Jersey. With 51 locations across 16 counties, Twin Boro Physical Therapy ensures each New Jersey resident has access to the latest scientific methods in rehabilitation science and state-of-the-art equipment. We believe that access to high-quality rehabilitation services should be available to every resident and we work with our patients to find a solution that works for them
At Twin Boro, you will be paired one-on-one with a physical therapist that will work with you to develop a rehabilitation plan specifically suited to your needs. Before beginning, they will go through a free consultation with you to look for any pain points, assess your current strength level, test mobility, measure your range of motion, and determine what your short and long-term goals are. Following this, you will work with them to develop a care plan that fits into your schedule and is designed to help you achieve long-term results.
What is Sciatica?
Sciatica is the pain or discomfort caused by the sciatic nerve, which is a nerve that travels from the lower back or buttocks region down the leg. Typically, sciatica is caused from a herniated disk, overgrown bone (sometimes referred to as bone spurs), or other malformation that puts pressure on the sciatic nerve. In rare cases, a tumor may put pressure on the nerve and need removal. Diseases such as diabetes or other illnesses that lead to nerve damage can also increase risk of sciatica. This pressure on the nerve leads to inflammation, which can cause pain and numbness in the leg.
Sciatica is typically treated over the course of a few weeks, but treatments may vary depending on the cause of the nerve pressure. In some cases, surgery may be recommended.
Symptoms of Sciatica
The most common symptoms of sciatica are pain and numbness along the nerve path. This pain can range from mild to severe, and it is sometimes described as having an electric shock or jolt-like feeling. Sitting for long periods of time may aggravate symptoms. Sciatica can affect one or both sides of the body and symptoms may be different in different areas.
When Should You Seek Medical Care?
Treatment of sciatica is often noninvasive, and mild cases of sciatica generally resolve by themselves over the course of a few weeks. However, it is important to contact your medical provider if you have prolonged severe symptoms, sudden and severe pain, severe numbness or muscle weakness, or pain after a traumatic event such as an automobile accident or fall. If you have trouble controlling your bladder or bowels, you should let your medical provider know as soon as possible. In many cases, physical therapy and at-home alterations can help relieve symptoms of sciatica.
Ready to Begin?
Our professionals at Twin Boro Physical Therapy have years of experience helping our sciatica patients look, move, and feel their best. If you live or work in the New Jersey region and are interested in coming in for a free consultation, schedule your first appointment by calling 1-866-525-1117 or visit our website.
