TL Senior Living VILLAGE a GREENBRIAR Senior Liing Understanding and living with sciatica The largest nerve in the hu man body is the sciatic nerve, which originates in the lower back and travels theough the back of each leg Injury oe pres sare on this nerve can lead to a type of pain knowwn as sciatica. Sciatica can have an adverse effect on everyday life, causing pain that can radiate from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and dowis the legs Peo ple experiencing pain in these areas should consulk a physician imediately, as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Sur- geons notes that between 80 and Sce a alw teveylay cp c 90 percent of people diagnosed d f the wer back thg e and nd doe de with sciatica get better over time without surgery Many typically described as burning, tingling Spine-health.com notes that feel better within several weeks or searing as opposed to a dull the following five lower back of beginaing treatment The first step towand diag ing from sciatica may be worse common causes of sciatica nosing sciatica begins at home. when sining, even though sharp- People who learn to recognine pain associated with sciatica can occurs when the soft inner ma potential symptoms of sciatica make in dficult to stand up or terial of the disc bernianes, oe may be more lkely to seek im walk Numbnes characterined leaks out, through the 6brous mediate treatment than those by a pins and needles" feeling octer core, irritating or pinch fracture allowers one vernebral body to slip forward on another. The combination of collapsing dis space, a fracture and the slipping forward of the verebral body can pinch the nerve and cause sciatica Lumbar spinal stenosis l this condtion, which is rela thly common among prople elder than 40 the spinal canal can contribute nareowing of to sciatica Piriformis syndeome A muscle found deep within the buttocks the piriformis con- nects the lower spine to the up per thighbone, running directly over the sciatic neeve, Spasms in the pirisormis can put pressure on the sciatic nerve. triggering ache, In addition, pain result probles are among the most sciatica Treating sciatica Sciatica oben can be treated ccessfully without surgery Doctors may recommend ap- plying heat andler ice packs for acte sciatic pais. In addition over-the-counter and prescrip Lomber herniated disc: This who might mistake their pain weakness or a barning oe tin eenrative disc dcase tion pin meications ca ing the nerve root for something else. Whe are the smgtos ofs aoe additional symptons of Disos in the back can depener tvely reduce or relieve sciati gling sention down the leg are can etlec- Does sciatica affect both leg contribute to a prols ver pain. Dotors also may esplore WebMD notes that sciatica atica. However, degeneration in ropeactic anipulation acu sciatica ate naturally with ane nike sci The AAOS notes that sci atica may feed like a bad leg cramp that lasts for weeks be usually affects oaly one leg one or more discs in the lower puncture, massage therapy, and foee it goes away. According to though the buttock or leg on the back can sometimes irritate a surgery Spine health.com a property afected side may feel lke it is in nerve root and lead to sciatica of the health publisher Veritas constant pain Health, sciatica pain is ofen What causes aciatica other treatments, including chi More information about sci- sthmic spondylolisthesis atica can be found at www.or- This occurs when a small stress thoinfaos.org The Village at Greenbriar is a gated community offering sensor Iving and independent living comveniently located on one site. From the moment you visit our 40acres woodland location, you will know ou will be moee than just a resident The gracious interions at the Creenbriar provide our residents with plenty of areas to socialize with friends, Each common area serves as an extension of your home. Our charmaing dining room hosts homestyle cooking and an elegant dining oxperience You will experience exceptional care from our dedicated staff. We prowide the assistance you need to maintain a rich, full life while temaining- as independent as pssible. Our goal is to provide the highest of standands, as well as the finest in senior living with a personal touch Our 24hour sentor living staff is available to assist with utrition, bathing, dressing, personal activities and administering of medications Call 570675-1300 today to learn more VILLAGE GREENBRIAR Senior Living at (570) 675-1300 4244 Memorial Hwy, Dallas, PA 18612 AINA TL Senior Living VILLAGE a GREENBRIAR Senior Liing Understanding and living with sciatica The largest nerve in the hu man body is the sciatic nerve, which originates in the lower back and travels theough the back of each leg Injury oe pres sare on this nerve can lead to a type of pain knowwn as sciatica. Sciatica can have an adverse effect on everyday life, causing pain that can radiate from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and dowis the legs Peo ple experiencing pain in these areas should consulk a physician imediately, as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Sur- geons notes that between 80 and Sce a alw teveylay cp c 90 percent of people diagnosed d f the wer back thg e and nd doe de with sciatica get better over time without surgery Many typically described as burning, tingling Spine-health.com notes that feel better within several weeks or searing as opposed to a dull the following five lower back of beginaing treatment The first step towand diag ing from sciatica may be worse common causes of sciatica nosing sciatica begins at home. when sining, even though sharp- People who learn to recognine pain associated with sciatica can occurs when the soft inner ma potential symptoms of sciatica make in dficult to stand up or terial of the disc bernianes, oe may be more lkely to seek im walk Numbnes characterined leaks out, through the 6brous mediate treatment than those by a pins and needles" feeling octer core, irritating or pinch fracture allowers one vernebral body to slip forward on another. The combination of collapsing dis space, a fracture and the slipping forward of the verebral body can pinch the nerve and cause sciatica Lumbar spinal stenosis l this condtion, which is rela thly common among prople elder than 40 the spinal canal can contribute nareowing of to sciatica Piriformis syndeome A muscle found deep within the buttocks the piriformis con- nects the lower spine to the up per thighbone, running directly over the sciatic neeve, Spasms in the pirisormis can put pressure on the sciatic nerve. triggering ache, In addition, pain result probles are among the most sciatica Treating sciatica Sciatica oben can be treated ccessfully without surgery Doctors may recommend ap- plying heat andler ice packs for acte sciatic pais. In addition over-the-counter and prescrip Lomber herniated disc: This who might mistake their pain weakness or a barning oe tin eenrative disc dcase tion pin meications ca ing the nerve root for something else. Whe are the smgtos ofs aoe additional symptons of Disos in the back can depener tvely reduce or relieve sciati gling sention down the leg are can etlec- Does sciatica affect both leg contribute to a prols ver pain. Dotors also may esplore WebMD notes that sciatica atica. However, degeneration in ropeactic anipulation acu sciatica ate naturally with ane nike sci The AAOS notes that sci atica may feed like a bad leg cramp that lasts for weeks be usually affects oaly one leg one or more discs in the lower puncture, massage therapy, and foee it goes away. According to though the buttock or leg on the back can sometimes irritate a surgery Spine health.com a property afected side may feel lke it is in nerve root and lead to sciatica of the health publisher Veritas constant pain Health, sciatica pain is ofen What causes aciatica other treatments, including chi More information about sci- sthmic spondylolisthesis atica can be found at www.or- This occurs when a small stress thoinfaos.org The Village at Greenbriar is a gated community offering sensor Iving and independent living comveniently located on one site. From the moment you visit our 40acres woodland location, you will know ou will be moee than just a resident The gracious interions at the Creenbriar provide our residents with plenty of areas to socialize with friends, Each common area serves as an extension of your home. Our charmaing dining room hosts homestyle cooking and an elegant dining oxperience You will experience exceptional care from our dedicated staff. We prowide the assistance you need to maintain a rich, full life while temaining- as independent as pssible. Our goal is to provide the highest of standands, as well as the finest in senior living with a personal touch Our 24hour sentor living staff is available to assist with utrition, bathing, dressing, personal activities and administering of medications Call 570675-1300 today to learn more VILLAGE GREENBRIAR Senior Living at (570) 675-1300 4244 Memorial Hwy, Dallas, PA 18612 AINA