Physical Therapy, Cannabis, and Sciatica pain
Learn more about how Cannabis can help with chronic pain, from the lense of a physical therapist. Meet Dr. Ellen Anderson, PT, PhD, GCS and
Here is what we found..
Learn more about how Cannabis can help with chronic pain, from the lense of a physical therapist. Meet Dr. Ellen Anderson, PT, PhD, GCS and
The front of your thighs does not get enough attention. Why this matters: The muscles on the front of your thigh are called your quadriceps,
Core strength is overrated. Why this matters: The majority of pain specialist will focus on core strength to help improve sciatica and back pain. Strength
Sciatica nerve irritation can cause weakness in your legs Why this matters: The spectrum of nerve irritation looks like this (from most irritation to least):
Perform a self assessment to dictate your next steps. Why this matters: Pain management is simple. Focus on the activities/stretches that improve your pain and
Great news! Have an HSA or FSA account? You can now seamlessly use these funds to pay for your sessions with us – which results
Tight ankles = more pain? Why this matters: An overlooked motion in the ankle is called “dorsiflexion”. This means pulling the ball of the foot
Less sleep = more pain Why this matters: A study in 20202 showed that sleep deprivation resulted in hyperalgesia (increased pain). This is because one
You can change your perception of your pain Why this matters: We have a specific narrative in our heads/minds about our pain. If you’ve been
What do your feet have to do with sciatica pain? We discuss this with Dr. Keith Chittenden, DPT, DPM a podiatrist and physical therapist. We
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